Types
Examples
Uses
Misc.
100
A flat surface that is raised so one end is higher than the other.
What is an inclined plane
100
A seesaw
What is an example of a lever?
100
Makes it easier to move or turn things
What is the function of a wheel and axle
100
a combination of two or more simple machines
What is a compound machine
200
A stiff bar that moves about a fixed point.
What is a lever
200
A flagpole
What is an example of a pulley
200
helps split or cut other objects
What is the function of a wedge
200
an example of a ______ _______ is a bicycle.
What is a compound machine
300
The names of all six simple machines
What are a screw, inclined plane, pulley, wheel and axle, wedge, and lever.
300
a knife
What is an example of a wedge
300
helps move heavy objects up or down
What is the function of an inclined plane
300
the simple machine that is an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or cone
What is a screw
400
A wheel that has a rope wrapped around it
What is a pulley
400
A jar lid
What is an example of a screw
400
holds objects together
What is the function of a screw
400
The fixed point of a lever
What is a fulcrum
500
a rod attached to a wheel
What is a wheel and axle
500
a doorknob
What is an example of a wheel and axle
500
used to lift heavy objects by changing the direction or amount of force
What is the function of a pulley
500
the two simple machines found in a pair of scissors
What is a wedge and a screw
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