Boats II

Boats II

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This task is about showing how boats move and change direction.
   sail-boat-US.jpg
Motor boat-US.jpg
Boat A
Boat B
 
Use the pictures of the two boats to help you answer the following questions.

Question 1Change answer

a) What is used to make each boat move?
Boat A
Boat B

Question 1Change answer

b) How do these boats change direction?
Boat A
Boat B
Task administration: 
This task can be completed online or with pencil and paper. 
Level:
2
Curriculum info: 
Description of task: 
Students describe what makes two boats move and change direction.
Curriculum Links: 
Science capabilities
The capabilities focus is brought about by the conversations you have and the questions you ask.
 
Capability: Gather and interpret data
This resource provides opportunities to discuss how close observation from pictures is used as evidence.
Science capabilities: 
Answers/responses: 
     

Y5 (03/1999)

a) i)
ii)
Wind/sails.
Engine/propellers/fuel/motor/fuel.
very easy
easy
b) i)
ii)
(Turning) the rudder/changing the sail angle/turning the wheel/steering wheel.
(Turning) the rudder/turning the wheel/steering wheel.
difficult
easy