Paper Roller Coaster Construction Guidelines

This video tutorial guides viewers through the process of creating a paper roller coaster. It begins with an introduction to the necessary supplies, including tape, scissors, and a ruler. The tutorial then explains how to prepare the base using cardboard or foam board, followed by detailed instructions on making and assembling the columns. The video emphasizes the importance of precise cutting, folding, and taping to ensure the roller coaster's stability.

What type of tape is suggested for use in the paper roller coaster project?

• Double-sided tape

• Masking tape

• Electrical tape

• Duct tape

What should be placed under the paper roller coaster templates to protect the table?

• A plastic sheet

• A magazine or book

• A cutting mat

• A piece of cloth

What is the recommended size for the base of the paper roller coaster?

• 20 by 20 inches

• 13 by 13 inches

• 10 by 10 inches

• 15 by 15 inches

What should you use to draw straight lines on the paper roller coaster templates?

• A ruler or straight edge

• A protractor

• A stencil

• A compass

How many columns can you make from one sheet of the paper roller coaster template?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What type of lines indicate where to fold on the paper roller coaster templates?

• Dotted lines

• Wavy lines

• Solid lines

• Dashed lines

Why is scoring the lines on the columns important?

• To add texture to the columns

• To make the columns waterproof

• To ensure the columns are straight and not crooked

• To make the columns colorful

How many pieces of tape are recommended to secure each column?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

Where should the flaps of the columns be placed on the base?

• In the center of the base

• On the one-inch border

• Outside the base

• Underneath the base

What is the purpose of cutting up to the line on the dotted lines of the columns?

• To make the columns shorter

• To fold the flaps for taping onto the base

• To add ventilation to the columns

• To create decorative edges