Push and Pull Flashcard

Front

What is a push?

Back

A push is a force that moves something away from you.

Front

What is a pull?

Back

A pull is a force that brings something closer to you.

Front

Can you give an example of a push?

Back

Pushing a swing to make it go higher.

Front

Can you give an example of a pull?

Back

Pulling a door to open it.

Front

What happens when you push an object?

Back

The object moves away from you.

Front

What happens when you pull an object?

Back

The object moves closer to you.

Front

Is lifting something a push or a pull?

Back

Lifting is a pull because you are bringing it up.

Front

Is pushing a shopping cart a push or a pull?

Back

Pushing a shopping cart is a push.

Front

What do you do when you want to close a drawer?

Back

You pull the drawer to close it.

Front

What do you do when you want to open a window?

Back

You push the window to open it.