Created by: lbreazeale@sumterschools.org

Activity Category: Simple & Compound Machines

Resource Category: Discussion Questions

Recommended Grade Level: 6-7,8-9

Discussion Questions:
1. What is a simple machine?
2. What does a machine do?
3. What are the types of simple machines?
4. Name at least one object in the classroom that is a simple machine.

Standards Type: Local Standards

Standards Explained:
GA Performance Standards: 8th grade:
Students will investigate relationship between force, mass, and the motion of objects.
Demonstrate the effect of simple machines (lever, inclined plane, pulley, wedge, screw, and wheel and axle) on work.

Class Management and Safety Issues:
N/A

Tags: Special education, simple machines, essential questions

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