Simple Machines Quiz

What is the name of the early form of invention that helps reduce the amount of energy needed for a task and multiply the force by cleverly applying the laws of physics?

• Modern machines

• Advanced machines

• Simple machines

• Complex machines

What is the name of the basic tool that is used to move a heavy object like a rock or a log by placing the end of the tool underneath the object, called the load, and pressing the free end to lift the heavy object?

• Wedge

• Pulley

• Lever

• Screw

What is the name of the machine that consists of a circular grooved wheel over which a rope runs, and is used in places where people draw water from a well or in cranes to lift heavy loads?

• Wheel and axle

• Screw

• Wedge

• Pulley

What is the name of the object consisting of two inclined planes made of metal or wood arranged back to back to be used for cutting, lifting, or tightening?

• Wedge

• Lever

• Pulley

• Wheel and axle

What is the name of the simple machine that consists of sloping surfaces, usually a ramp set at an angle against a horizontal surface, for raising heavy objects?

• Wheel and axle

• Screw

• Pulley

• Inclined plane

What is the name of the simple machine that is made up of a circular frame which is the wheel that revolves on a shaft or rod, also called the axle?

• Wedge

• Wheel and axle

• Pulley

• Lever

What is the name of the Greek philosopher who first recognized the idea of simple machines around the 3rd century BC?

• Socrates

• Plato

• Archimedes

• Aristotle

What is the name of the ancient civilization that used ramps to drag huge stones for building the pyramids thousands of years ago?

• Mayans

• Romans

• Egyptians

• Greeks

What is the name of the simple machine that has spiral grooves cut into it to help it easily go inside any surface and stay intact?

• Wheel and axle

• Screw

• Pulley

• Inclined plane

What is the name of the simple machine that is used for joining things and has spiral grooves cut into it to help it easily go inside any surface and stay intact?

• Pulley

• Screw

• Wedge

• Lever