Understanding Simple Machines Concepts

Understanding Simple Machines Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physics, Other

3rd - 5th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video introduces simple machines, explaining their historical use and significance. It covers six types: wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, screw, lever, and pulley, providing examples and applications for each. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of simple machines?

To complicate tasks

To make work easier

To make work harder

To increase energy consumption

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which simple machine is used to move objects across distances by turning?

Wedge

Inclined plane

Wheel and axle

Screw

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an example of an inclined plane?

A pulley

A slide

A skateboard

A lever

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which simple machine is a portable inclined plane?

Lever

Screw

Wedge

Pulley

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of a screw?

To separate objects

To lift or hold things together

To rotate on a pivot

To move objects across distances

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main characteristic of a wedge?

It is a flat surface

It has a turning head

It is a wheel with a groove

It is a triangular shaped tool

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a lever primarily used for?

To lift or move heavy objects

To hold things together

To separate two objects

To lower objects

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