Science Worksheet · Grades 3–6
Compound Machines Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 3-6 on compound machines. Students learn how the six simple machines combine into compound machines like scissors and bicycles, match eight terms to clues, and answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Science
Grades
Grades 3–6
Skill Focus
Compound Machines, force and motion
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A compound machine is two or more simple machines working together, so knowing the six simple machines helps you see how everyday tools work. This worksheet teaches the simple machines and has students match terms and find them in compound machines.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box names the six simple machines and defines a compound machine. Section A has eight clue-matching items. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key. The worksheet pairs well with the Simple Machines and Force and Motion worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the simple machines.
Match each clue to a term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Simple Machines Worksheet for more practice.
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Compound Machines Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 3-6 on compound machines. Students learn how the six simple machines combine into compound machines like scissors and bicycles, match eight terms to clues, and answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
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