WorksheetsPre-Assessment FlashForge 3-D Printer
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is often misrepresented about 3D printing in media coverage?
Its cost
Its complexity
Its environmental impact
Its utility
Why is 3-D printing considered an additive process?
It involves creating an object by the layering of materials
It involves creating an object by carving away material from a template
What types of materials can be used in 3-D printing? Click all that apply
metals
curable resins
ceramics
plastics
nanomaterials
What is a significant benefit of 3D printing for professionals and makers?
Creating final products
Decorative purposes
Drafting and prototyping
Mass production
What does the filament sensor in a 3D printer prevent?
Poor print quality
Overheating
Running out of filament
Filament tangling
What is the build volume of the Adventurer 3 3D printer?
100 mm cubed
150 mm cubed
200 mm cubed
250 mm cubed
Which feature does the Adventurer 3 NOT support natively?
PLA and ABS
TPU or flexible filaments
Wood filled composites
Metal filled composites
What is the primary purpose of a heated bed in a 3D printer?
Speed up the printing process
Control the cooling rate of materials
Prevent the printer from overheating
Improve the printer's power efficiency
What is the main advantage of connecting a 3D printer to a wireless network?
Reduced electricity usage
Remote monitoring and control
Faster printing speeds
Increased print quality
What is the primary challenge with low-cost 3D printers according to the text?
They are less durable
They require more technical knowledge
They have a smaller build volume
They use more expensive filament
Students may operate the FlashForge 3-D printer without teacher supervision.
True
False
The average weight of the FlashForge 3-D printer is:
~10 lbs
~20 lbs
~30 lbs
~40 lbs
What are some safety precautions when 3-D printing with the FlashForge Adventurer? Click all that apply
Wearing loose clothing is preferred so you do not become too hot when printing
Keep the printer away from wet surfaces
Notify a teacher when something goes wrong
Avoid using flammable substances around the printer
If the printer nozzle is malfunctioning when printing, jiggle it a bit to see if that fixes the problem.
