Lever
What simple machine is a bottle opener?
Lever
What simple machine is a pencil sharpener?
Wheel and axle
What simple machine is found on a flagpole?
Pulley
What simple machine is a ramp?
Inclined plane
What simple machine is a knife?
Wedge
Name one lever you saw during today's lesson.
Shovel or bottle opener,
Name another wheel and axle example
Bicycle or doorknob
What object moves over a pulley?
A rope
Name another inclined plane.
Slide or stairs
Name another wedge.
Scissors
How does a lever make work easier?
It helps lift or move objects with less effort.
Which station had the pencil sharpener?
Wheel and axle station
How does a pulley help people?
It helps lift objects more easily.
Why would someone use a ramp instead of lifting something straight up?
It makes moving the object easier.
What can a wedge help us do?
Cut, split, or separate objects.