Engineering Quiz for Starter Activity

An engineer is

• someone who does experiments

• someone who like science a lot

• someone who creates things for fun

• someone who creates things that helps solve a problem

Answer explanation

An engineer is primarily focused on creating solutions to problems, using scientific principles and creativity. The correct choice highlights this role, while the other options do not capture the problem-solving aspect of engineering.

What do engineers do when the design they have doesn't work?

• They find ways to improve the design, then adjust the prototype

• They give up and quit the project

• They find out what's wrong and build a whole new prototype

• They do nothing

Answer explanation

When engineers encounter a design that doesn't work, they typically analyze the issues and seek ways to improve the design, making necessary adjustments to the prototype rather than giving up or doing nothing.

What does a civil engineer do?

• works with raw materials and chemicals

• builds roads, bridges, dams, buildings

• designs machines and tools

• designs electrical systems

Answer explanation

A civil engineer primarily focuses on the design and construction of infrastructure such as roads, bridges, dams, and buildings, making the correct choice 'builds roads, bridges, dams, buildings'.

Which type of engineer designs and builds space shuttles and aircraft?

• mechanical

• civil

• chemical

• aerospace

Answer explanation

Aerospace engineers specialize in the design and construction of aircraft and spacecraft, making 'aerospace' the correct choice for engineers who work on space shuttles and aircraft.

True or false: Engineering is about finding solutions to a problem.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True. Engineering fundamentally involves identifying problems and developing effective solutions, making it a discipline centered around problem-solving.

a person who designs, builds, or maintains engines, machines, or public works

Answer explanation

The description fits an engineer, as they are professionals who design, build, or maintain engines, machines, or public works. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Engineer'.