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Simple Machines

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What type of simple machine has a ramp that makes it easier for a heavy object to be moved up or down?

a)

lever

b)

pulley

c)

inclined plane

d)

wedge

2.

A seesaw is an example of what type of simple machine?

a)

wheel and axle

b)

lever

c)

wedge

d)

pulley

3.

What type of simple machine makes chopping wood easier?

a)

inclined plane

b)

screw

c)

wedge

d)

lever

4.

A bicycle is an example of a _________________.

a)

simple machine

b)

wheel

c)

pulley

d)

compound machine

5.
What type of simple machine is shown here?
a)
Pulley
b)
Wheel and Axle
c)
Lever
d)
Wedge
6.

What kind of work is made easier by the wheels of this object?

a)

pushing a heavy load

b)

lifting a heavy load

c)

dividing a heavy load

d)

holding a small load

7.

The ____________ consists of a rod attached to a wheel, and makes it easier to move or turn things. A door knob is an example of this simple machine.

a)

lever

b)

pulley

c)

wheel and axle

d)

wedge

8.

Lightbulb is a kind of a/an

a)

wedge

b)

pulley

c)

incline plane

d)

screw

9.

Identify this simple machine

a)

Lever

b)

Wheel & Axle

c)

Inclined Plane

d)

Screw

10.
Name this simple machine. 
a)
Screw
b)
Lever
c)
Pulley
d)
Wedge