Types of Forces

Question 1

It is the change in position of an object.

Answer 1

Motion

Question 2

This is the force exerted by the Earth in pulling an object towards its center.

Answer 2

Gravity

Question 3

_______ is the push or pull on an object.

Answer 3

Force

Question 4

It refers to how fast or how slow an object moves.

Answer 4

Speed

Question 5

Which of the following has the greatest frictional force?
a) muddy road
b) grass
c) cement floor
d) skating rink

Answer 5

a) muddy road

Question 6

This is the force that acts on two surfaces and causes moving objects to stop.

Answer 6

Friction

Question 7

It is an object that attracts objects made of iron or steel.

Answer 7

Magnet

Question 8

Which of the following situations does NOT show gravitational force?
a) An apple falling down from the tree
b) A ballpen falling from the table
c) Snow going down
d) A balloon flying up

Answer 8

d) A balloon flying up

Question 9

These are used to reduce the friction of surfaces.

Answer 9

c) Lubricants

Question 10

In which of the following situations is force used to change direction?
a) When a truck is left to run downhill
b) When a driver suddenly steps on the brakes of a car
c) When an operator switches on the machine
d) When a player kicks a football high up in the air

Answer 10

d) When a player kicks a football high up in the air