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Engineering Principles Module 1- Vocab Check

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 7mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Civil Engineering is .........

a)

The study of ancient civilizations.

b)

The design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment.

c)

Engineering activities that are thoughtful and consider the people around us.

d)

The analysis of social behavior

2.

A Force is ........

a)

A force is an interaction that causes an object to change its motion and/or t deform.

b)
A force is the speed at which an object moves.
c)
A force is a measurement of an object's weight.
d)
A force is a type of energy that cannot be seen.
3.

A Ferrous metal is .......

a)
A ferrous metal is a metal that contains aluminum.
b)
A ferrous metal is a metal that contains iron.
c)
A ferrous metal is a type of non-metal.
d)
A ferrous metal is a metal that is not magnetic.
4.

A Compression force is .....

a)
A force that expands or lengthens an object.
b)
A force that only acts in one direction without compression.
c)

A force that pushes materials together (compresses) or shortens an object.

d)
A force that causes an object to rotate rather than compress.
5.

A Lever is ......

a)

A lever is a simple machine that amplifies force through the use of a fulcrum.

b)
A lever is a complex machine that reduces friction.
c)
A lever is a type of pulley.
d)
A lever is a tool used for measuring weight.
6.

A Fulcrum is .....

a)

The pivot point of a lever to provide mechanical advantage.

b)

The force applied to a lever.

c)

A type of simple machine.

d)

The support structure of a bridge.

7.

Linear Motion is ......

a)

The rotation of an object around a point.

b)

The oscillation of an object back and forth.

c)

The movement of an object in a circular path.

d)

The movement of an object along a straight path.

8.

Ohm's Law is .....

a)

Ohm's Law is the relationship between DC and AC.

b)
Ohm's Law states that power equals voltage times current.
c)

Ohm's Law defines resistance as wattage

d)

Ohm's Law is the relationship between current, resistance and voltage, shown as:

Voltage = Current * Resistance

9.

Friction is ....

a)
Friction is the energy produced by moving objects.
b)
Friction is the resistance to motion between two surfaces in contact.
c)
Friction is the speed at which an object moves through air.
d)
Friction is the force that causes objects to fly apart.
10.

A Shape Memory Alloy is .....

a)
A Shape Memory Alloy is a type of plastic that melts when heated.
b)
A Shape Memory Alloy is a metal that can return to its original shape when heated.
c)
A Shape Memory Alloy is a metal that becomes brittle when cooled.
d)
A Shape Memory Alloy is a composite material that changes color with temperature.
11.

Ceramics are.....

a)

Hard, heat resistant inorganic materials that are non metallic.

b)
organic, metallic materials made from natural substances.
c)
synthetic, liquid materials used for coatings.
d)
biodegradable, plant-based materials used in construction.
12.

A Thermoplastic is....

a)
A thermoplastic is a plastic that can be reshaped by heating.
b)
A thermoplastic is a biodegradable material that decomposes in water.
c)
A thermoplastic is a plastic that hardens permanently when heated.
d)
A thermoplastic is a type of metal that cannot be reshaped.
13.

Soldering is .....

a)

A process of joining electronic components using melted solder.

b)

A method of cutting electronic components using a knife.

c)

A technique for painting circuit boards with colors.

d)

A process of cleaning electronic components with water.