Category 1: Vocabulary
What do we call the first model or sample of an idea?
Prototype
What is the very first step in the Engineering Design Process?
Ask
Which invention allowed people to share books and knowledge widely?
Printing Press
In the Paper Tower Lab, what was the main problem you had to solve?
Building the tallest free-standing tower
What is the main difference between science and engineering?
Science studies the natural world; engineering designs solutions
What word means “a new idea that improves something”?
Innovation
Which step is when you brainstorm solutions?
Imagine
Which invention changed the way people travel long distances quickly?
Airplane
Why was sketching your design before building important?
It helps plan and organize ideas
How are science, technology, and engineering connected?
Science = knowledge, Engineering = design, Technology = result
What is the difference between an invention and an innovation?
Invention = brand new; Innovation = improvement of an existing idea
Why is “Improve” an important step?
Because designs rarely work perfectly the first time
Which invention connects people and ideas all over the world?
What skill did you practice in the Paper Tower Lab that real engineers use?
Problem-solving, teamwork, testing, etc.
Why is failure important in engineering?
Because it helps improve designs and learn
Which vocabulary word means “working together to reach a goal”?
Collaboration
True or False: Engineers usually only test their design once.
False
Which invention gave people light at night and changed daily life?
Light Bulb
If you could redesign your Paper Tower, what’s one change you’d make?
Open ended
What was your favorite part of Unit 1 and why?
What step involves making a list and drawing of your design?
Idea
What is a constraint in engineering?
Which invention gave people the ability to communicate from distances?
Telephone
Why is collaborating in engineering important?
How can you modify your design based on your test results?
Seeing what works and doesn't