Rocket Powered Fidget Spinner

Rocket Powered Fidget Spinner

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Chemistry, Physics

1st - 6th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial demonstrates the creation of a fidget spinner powered by rocket engines. The process involves cutting a template, assembling the spinner with bearings, and securing it with sandbags for safety. During testing, unexpected rocket failures occur, leading to a review of the footage. The analysis reveals structural issues with the rocket engines, causing gunpowder to be expelled. Despite challenges, the project concludes with insights into the spinner's performance and potential improvements.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material was used as a template for cutting the aluminum in the fidget spinner project?

Cardboard

Metal

Plywood

Plastic

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was used to hold the rocket engines to the fidget spinner?

Pipe strapping

Duct tape

Glue

Rubber bands

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the first rocket during the initial test?

It broke free and hit a car

It failed to ignite

It powered the spinner successfully

It exploded immediately

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Sandra decide not to participate further in the experiment?

She was bored

She had other commitments

She was injured by a rocket

She was scared of the noise

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was identified as a possible reason for the structural failure in the rocket engines?

Excessive weight

Low-quality materials

Gunpowder being forced out

Improper assembly