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WorksheetsAshley Science multiple forces not yet done
Total questions: 33
Worksheet time: 28mins
What is the force that pushes things up?
(a)
What is the force that drags you back when you are swimming?
(a)
What is the force that wears away the tread on tyres?
(a)
What is the force that pulls you towards the centre of the Earth?
(a)
What are two forces that slow down a car driving on a motorway?
................................. and ................
(a)
What happens when several forces act on an object at the same time?
A. Nothing happens
B. Only gravity works
C. The strongest force causes a change
D. The object floats
What type of force is used when Sofia pushes the ball?
A. Gravity
B. Air resistance
C. Friction
D. Applied force
Which force pulls the ball down toward the Earth?
(a)
Gravity pushes the ball forward.
True
False
Air resistance slows the ball down once it is moving.
True
False
Friction between the floor and the ball helps it go faster.
True
False
Match the following
The force created when Sofia pushes the ball.
Applied force
The force pulling the ball toward Earth.
Gravity
The force between the ball and the floor.
Friction
The force that slows the ball down through the air.
Air resistance
Which force pulls Marcus and the bicycle down toward the Earth?
(a)
What is the name of the force that helps Marcus move the bicycle forward?
(a)
Which two forces are pulling Marcus back while riding?
.................................. and ............................................................
(a)
Air resistance pushes the bicycle forward.
True
False
Friction between the tyres and the road helps stop the bicycle.
True
False
Thrust is a type of applied force.
True
False
Observe the cyclist in the photo! The force created when you pedal a bicycle is called...
a) Gravitational force
b) Frictional force
c) Applied force
d) Magnetic force
Look at the bike tires in the photo! Smooth tires make cycling faster because they...
a) Reduce gravity
b) Reduce friction with the road
c) Trap more air
d) Make the bike heavier
Study the photo of crouching racers! This posture helps cyclists reduce...
a) Spring force
b) Air resistance
c) Electrical force
d) Magnetic force
Look at the bike tires in the photo! Smooth tires make cycling faster because they...
a) Reduce gravity
b) Reduce friction with the road
c) Trap more air
d) Make the bike heavier
Match the following
Applied force
pedaling
Friction
tires/road
Air resistance
wind against cyclist
Gravity
pulls bike downward
Why is cycling harder when wind blows toward your face?
When your paper aeroplane is at rest on a table, which forces act on it?
a) Lift and thrust
b) Gravity and normal force
c) Air resistance and friction
d) Magnetism and electricity
What will most likely happen when you throw the aeroplane into the air?
a) It will float forever
b) It will rise briefly, then fall
c) It will explode mid-air
d) It will circle the room
Which two natural forces act on the aeroplane during flight?
a) Magnetism and electricity
b) Gravity and air resistance
c) Lift and thrust
d) Friction and buoyancy
To fly, the aeroplane overcomes gravity and air resistance by creating:
a) Heat and light
b) Lift and thrust
c) Sound and pressure
d) Electricity and magnetism
Label the forces on the aeroplane diagram:
Why does the aeroplane eventually crash?
a) It runs out of fuel
b) Gravity + air resistance > lift + thrust
c) The paper dissolves
d) It gets tired
How could you make the aeroplane stay airborne longer?
a) Increase wing size for more lift
b) Throw it straight down
c) Use heavier paper
d) Remove the wings
How does a real aeroplane avoid crashing?
(a) provide thrust; (b) create lift
What helps aeroplanes overcome forces to fly?
a) Streamlined shape + wing design
b) Loud noises
c) Bright colors
d) Spinning propellers randomly
