Simple Machines Quiz

Which simple machine is used in a flagpole to raise and lower the flag?

• screw

• wheel and axle

• lever

• pulley

What simple machine is a screw an example of?

• Pulley

• Lever

• Inclined plane

• Wheel and axle

What type of simple machine is a doorknob an example of?

• Screw

• Wheel and axle

• Inclined plane

• Pulley

Which simple machine is used to split wood?

• scissors

• wedge

• screwdriver

• hammer

A crowbar is an example of which simple machine?

• Lever

• Hammer

• Wrench

• Screwdriver

What simple machine is a pair of scissors an example of?

• lever

• inclined plane

• wheel and axle

• pulley

Which simple machine is used in a bicycle to help the rider move forward?

• wheel and axle

• screw

• lever

• pulley

What type of simple machine is a ramp an example of?

• Inclined plane

• Lever

• Pulley

• Screw

Which simple machine is used in a crane to lift heavy objects?

• wheel and axle

• screw

• pulley

• lever

What is the mechanical advantage for a single pulley?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4