
Understanding Trebuchets and Mechanical Advantage
Interactive Video
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Physics
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6th - 7th Grade
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Hard
Jennifer Brown
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main reason the narrator decides to use science to gain super strength?
To win a competition
To impress friends
To become a superhero
To avoid the weaknesses of human muscles
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does a trebuchet differ from a catapult in terms of mechanics?
Both use elastic force.
A trebuchet uses elastic force, while a catapult uses a lever.
Both use levers.
A trebuchet uses a lever, while a catapult uses elastic force.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of the lever in a trebuchet?
To provide balance
To increase speed
To transfer force
To reduce weight
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which material is suggested for creating the frame of the trebuchet?
Wooden planks
Plastic tubes
Craft sticks and cardboard
Metal rods
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to place a lot of weight on the short end of the lever?
To make the trebuchet look impressive
To ensure the lever doesn't break
To balance the trebuchet
To translate a lot of weight into faster movement on the other end
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