Friday, 6 March 2015

Homework and next week...

Math:  Test Tuesday.  Review:  Page 344-45 #2, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12

Lip Synch next Friday

Bridge Building begins on Monday!

Bridge Building Assignment

Name: ____________________
Now that we have studied all of the elements of forces and structures, we will put all of it together and build a bridge!  You may build a bridge of the following structure:
  • arch bridge
  • suspension bridge
  • beam bridge
  • cantilever bridge

You will be given the following materials:
  • playdough
  • popsicle sticks
  • string
  • glue gun
  • glue sticks
  • straws

Your bridge must:
  • withstand a load of 30 lbs
  • withstand a gust of wind (hairdryer)
  • withstand an earthquake (shaking of desk)
  • withstand a flood (litre of water poured over top of bridge)

Paper
Write a reflection of your bridge.  Describe:
  • What was your design?
  • What strategy did you use to make sure your bridge was strong enough to withstand the elements?
  • Draw a diagram of your bridge
Success Criteria

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Withstands a LOAD of 30 lbs




Withstands natural forces




Frame exhibits a strategy to withstand external forces (IE:  triangles used in framing, wider base, etc)




Paper encompasses all components








My Bridge Assignment

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