Simple Machines Quiz

Explain Newton's First Law of Motion.

Describe an example from everyday life that demonstrates Newton's Second Law of Motion.

What are simple machines?

• Machines that are easy to use
• Machines that are complex
• Machines that make our work easier
• Machines that are difficult to understand

Which of the following is an example of a simple machine?

• Computer
• Roller coaster
• Bicycle
• Television

What is the purpose of a pulley?

• To change the direction of force
• To make things heavier
• To make things smaller
• To make things faster

What is a lever?

• A type of wheel
• A type of ramp
• A type of pulley
• A type of simple machine

How does a lever work?

• By spinning around
• By changing the size of forces
• By making things heavier
• By making things smaller

What is the pivot point of a lever called?

• Fulcrum
• Pulley
• Ramp
• Wheel

What is a ramp?

• A type of lever
• A type of pulley
• A type of wheel
• A type of simple machine

How does a ramp make lifting easier?

• By making things heavier
• By changing the direction of force
• By making things smaller
• By spreading the work out