Catapult Construction and Mechanics Quiz

What is used in the full-size catapult to provide elasticity instead of elastics?

• Metal springs

• Plastic strips

• Rubber bands

• Rope

What was the main issue with the initial test of the catapult?

• The pumpkin flew too high

• The pumpkin did not reach the desired distance

• The catapult broke during the test

• The pumpkin did not launch at all

How does the sling improve the catapult's performance?

• It makes the pumpkin spin faster

• It stabilizes the catapult

• It increases the distance the pumpkin travels

• It reduces the weight of the pumpkin

What additional material was added to the catapult to increase its power?

• Metal rods

• Surgical tubing

• Wooden planks

• Plastic sheets

What was the final outcome of the catapult experiment?

• The catapult failed to launch the pumpkin

• The pumpkin hit the castle wall

• The catapult was unable to hold the modifications

• The pumpkin landed in the same spot as before