Simple Machines

3. A tool with one or two sloped sides that splits things apart or holds things in place.
5. this simple machine is a lever where two kids sit on either side to move it
6. this simple machine uses a screw to close a waterbottle
8. A flat, sloped surface that helps move objects up or down with less effort.
9. this simple machine is an inclined plane that helps snow and rain fall off houses
10. A wheel attached to a rod (axle) through its center that makes it easier to move or roll things.
11. this simple machine uses a lever to turn on the lights.
13. A bar that moves on a point, called a fulcrum, to help lift or move things.
14. another word for axle
15. a wheel with a rope that helps lift or lower things more easily.
16. this simple machine uses a wedge to cut food
17. this simple machines uses a pulley to raise a flag by pulling downward.
18. this simple machine has an inclined plane kids ride down for fun

1. A twisted inclined plane that holds things together or lifts materials.
2. A type of technology that uses moving parts to make things work
4. this simple machine uses pulleys to lift people from one floor to another
6. A type or group of technology used to make things
7. this simple machine uses a wedge to cut wood
11. this simple machine uses a screw to brighten up a room
12. tools that help us do work by making it easier to push, pull, lift, or move objects.
17. the point where a lever raises or lowers