Fairground Assembly Quiz

What is the force called which is constantly pulling us to the centre of the Earth?

• Acceleration
• Gravity
• Momentum
• Air Resistance

Did an apple really fall on Issac Newton's head?

• Yes
• No
• There is no evidence to prove it, so we can't be sure
• Who's Issac Newton?

Which of Issac Newton's laws of motion explains that how heavy something is (it's mass), has an effect on how much force is needed to move it?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• Are there more than 3 laws?

Newton's third law of motion states "For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction". This means when you throw a ball to the floor:

• My friend catches it
• It stays on the floor
• It bounces higher each time
• The floor gives an equal amount of force which makes it bounce back up

STEM stands for:

• Science, Technology, Electricity, Mummy
• Science, Technology, Electricity, Maths
• Science, Technology, Enginnering, Maths
• Silly Teachers Enjoy Monkeys

Why does water make you go faster on a ride?

• It increases the friction between you and the tube
• It lowers the friction between you and the tube
• Gravity is pushing you down
• Does it?

Which fairground ride would you buy if you were the fairground owner?

• One of the roller coasters
• The spinning ride (Tornado)
• The water slide (The Shark)
• The boat ride (Jungle Ride)