Simple Machine Quiz

1. A fork is an example of a:

pulley wedge wheel and axle

Correct:wedge

2. A roller skate is an example of a:

wheel and axle wedge lever

Correct:wheel and axle

3. A ramp is an example of a/an:

pulley screw inclined plane

Correct:inclined plane

4. The bottom of a light bulb would be considered a:

lever screw wedge

Correct:screw

5. A seesaw on the playground is a:

lever inclined plane pulley

Correct:lever

6. You would use a pulley to:

cut food hold pieces of wood together help guide the sail on a sailboat

Correct:help guide the sail on a sailboat