Mechanisms for Movement: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Year 3 Design and Technology

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of mechanism used to create movement?

Accepted Answer

Light bulb

Answer

Lever

Answer

Pulley

Answer

Gear

Question 2

What type of gear is used to change the direction of a spinning shaft?

Accepted Answer

Bevel gear

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Spur gear

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Worm gear

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Rack and pinion

Question 3

Which of these materials would be the best choice for making a strong and sturdy lever?

Accepted Answer

Metal

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Wood

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Plastic

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Rubber

Question 4

What is the main difference between a simple machine and a compound machine?

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A simple machine has one moving part, while a compound machine has two or more.

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A compound machine is more efficient than a simple machine.

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A simple machine cannot lift heavy objects, while a compound machine can.

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There is no difference between a simple and a compound machine.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a flywheel in a mechanism?

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To store energy

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To change the direction of rotation

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To reduce friction

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To increase the speed of rotation

Question 6

After testing a design, why is it important to make changes to it?

Accepted Answer

To fix any problems you find

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To make the design look better

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a type of mechanism we have learnt about?

Accepted Answer

Magnet

Answer

Lever

Answer

Gear

Answer

Screw

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of a gear mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Bicycle chain

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Door hinge

Answer

Toy windmill

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Pendulum clock

Question 9

How does a pendulum create movement?

Accepted Answer

By swinging back and forth due to gravity

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By rotating on an axis when pushed

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By sliding along a surface when pulled

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By expanding and contracting when heated and cooled

Question 10

Which of these materials would be a good choice for making a lever?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Cardboard

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Rubber

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Fabric

Question 11

What type of motion is created when a crank is turned?

Accepted Answer

Rotary motion

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Linear motion

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Reciprocating motion

Question 12

Which type of pulley is used to lift heavy objects?

Accepted Answer

Block and tackle

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Fixed pulley

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Movable pulley

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Compound pulley

Question 13

What is the purpose of a cog?

Accepted Answer

To transmit motion between two shafts

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To lift objects

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To change the direction of a force

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To store energy

Question 14

Which of these is an example of a simple machine that uses a lever?

Accepted Answer

See-saw

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Bicycle brakes

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Pulley system

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Windmill

Question 15

What is the advantage of using a block and tackle?

Accepted Answer

It makes lifting heavy objects easier.

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It changes the direction of a force.

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It increases the speed of movement.

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It stores energy.

Question 16

What is the purpose of a prototype in design and technology?

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To test out a design before making it full-size.

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To make a perfect copy of a design.

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To show off a design to others.

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To store a design for future use.

Question 17

What is the main function of a pulley in a mechanism?

Accepted Answer

To change the direction of a force

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To lift heavy objects

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To increase speed

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To create movement

Question 18

Which of these is NOT a type of gear?

Accepted Answer

Pulley

Answer

Spur gear

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Bevel gear

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Worm gear

Question 19

Which of these is a simple machine?

Accepted Answer

Pulley

Answer

Bicycle

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Train

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Computer

Question 20

Which type of mechanism is used in a seesaw?

Accepted Answer

Lever

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Screw

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Pulley

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Cam

Question 21

What is the name of the part of a lever that it pivots on?

Accepted Answer

Fulcrum

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Load

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Effort

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Arm

Question 22

What is the primary purpose of levers in mechanisms?

Accepted Answer

To reduce force required

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To change the direction of motion

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To create continuous rotational motion

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To store energy

Question 23

Which material is commonly used to make durable and long-lasting moving parts?

Accepted Answer

Metal

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Wood

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Fabric

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Paper

Question 24

Which type of mechanism is most suitable for transmitting motion between rotating shafts?

Accepted Answer

Gears

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Levers

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Springs

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Screws

Question 25

What is the primary purpose of using lubrication in mechanisms?

Accepted Answer

To reduce friction and wear

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To increase speed and power

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To prevent rust and corrosion

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To improve efficiency

Question 26

How does a pulley help us lift objects?

Accepted Answer

It reduces the force needed

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It changes the direction of the force

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It increases the force applied

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It makes the object lighter

Question 27

Which mechanism can change rotary motion to linear motion?

Accepted Answer

Screw

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Gear

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Pulley

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Lever

Question 28

What is the purpose of lubrication in moving designs?

Accepted Answer

To reduce friction

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To increase friction

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To make the design more durable

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To make the design more efficient

Question 29

Which material is best suited for making gears?

Accepted Answer

Metal

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Plastic

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Wood

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Rubber

Question 30

What does a pivot do in a lever?

Accepted Answer

Fixes the lever in place

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Creates movement

Question 31

How are a pulley and a wheel and axle different?

Accepted Answer

A pulley changes the direction of force, while a wheel and axle changes the speed of force.

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A wheel and axle changes the direction of force, while a pulley changes the speed of force.

Question 32

Which of these is an example of a moving mechanism you might see on a playground?

Accepted Answer

A seesaw

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A statue

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A book

Question 33

When you use a lever to lift a heavy object, what is the name of the point where the lever rests?

Accepted Answer

Fulcrum

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Load

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Effort

Question 34

What is one of the things a gear can be used for?

Accepted Answer

To change the speed and direction of rotation

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To store energy

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To create a spark

Question 35

Which of the following is an example of a compound machine?

Accepted Answer

Bicycle

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Lever

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Pulley

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Gear

Question 36

Which of these is an example of a pulley?

Accepted Answer

A wheel with a rope

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A seesaw

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A lever with a fulcrum

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A gear with teeth

Question 37

Which of these is a good example of a spring mechanism in everyday life?

Accepted Answer

Trampoline

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Door hinge

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Bicycle chain

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Gears

Question 38

What is a key advantage of using a cam mechanism in design?

Accepted Answer

It can create a variety of different movements

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It is easy to control the speed of movement

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It is a very efficient mechanism

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It can be used to create high torque

Question 39

What is the main principle behind how a ratchet mechanism works?

Accepted Answer

It allows movement in one direction only

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It converts rotary motion to linear motion

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It amplifies force

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It reduces friction

Question 40

Which of these is a common use for a belt drive mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Transferring power between two shafts

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Changing the direction of a force

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Creating a smooth movement

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Amplifying force

Question 41

What is the main purpose of a design specification?

Accepted Answer

To outline the requirements of a design

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To provide instructions on how to build a design

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To evaluate the effectiveness of a design

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To record the design process

Question 42

Which of these is NOT a mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Magnet

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Lever

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Pulley

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Spring

Question 43

Which of these is an example of a pulley?

Accepted Answer

A wheel with a rope around it

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A seesaw

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A flagpole

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A spring

Question 44

Which part of a pulley changes position when a force is applied?

Accepted Answer

The rope

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The wheel

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The axle

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The frame