Engine Components Quiz

What does the number and arrangement of cylinders affect in an engine?

• Engine color

• Engine sound

• Engine performance

• Engine weight

What is the role of piston rings in an engine?

• To seal the combustion chamber

• To connect the piston to the crankshaft

• To cool the engine

• To supply fuel

Which component is responsible for the cooling of the engine?

• Engine Coolant

• Rocker Arm

• Valve Spring

• Cam Lobes

What material are pistons usually made of?

• Steel

• Aluminum

• Plastic

• Copper

What function do pistons serve in an engine?

• Transmit upward force

• Transmit downward force

• Transmit sideways force

• Transmit rotational force

What is the purpose of compression rings in a piston?

• To increase the speed of the engine

• To prevent combustion pressure from entering the crankcase

• To connect the piston to the crankshaft

• To reduce the engine noise

What allows the crankshaft to turn within the connecting rod?

• Compression rings

• Oil film

• Expander ring

• Piston pin

What is the purpose of the gap in each piston ring?

• To increase the engine's power

• To allow expansion and contraction due to heating and cooling

• To reduce the engine's noise

• To connect the piston to the crankshaft

What material is a crankshaft typically made from?

• Plastic

• Wood

• Alloyed iron or steel

• Aluminum

Where is the crankshaft held in place?

• Between the pistons and the cylinders

• Between the block and the main bearings

• Between the transmission and the wheels

• Between the fuel tank and the engine