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Athletics and Forces
🏃♂️ Part 1: Forces in Athletics
1. What type of force do you use when you push off the ground to start running?
Push force
Pull force
No force
2. Which surfaces would make running easier? (Tick all that apply)
Grass field
Rubber track
Ice
Concrete path
3. When you jump, what force helps you leave the ground?
Pushing down with your feet
Pulling up with your arms
Friction from the air
4. Friction is a force that can:
Only help us move faster
Only slow us down
Both help us move and slow us down
✏️ Part 2: Explaining Forces
5. Fill in the blanks using these words: push, pull, friction, surface
When I run, I ________ against the ground with my feet. The ________ between my shoes and the ________ helps me grip and move forward. If there is too much ________, it can slow me down.
6. Explain why it might be harder to run on a slippery surface like ice.
7. Describe what forces you use when you jump as far as you can. Use the words 'push' and 'pull' in your answer.
8. During our athletics activities today, which surface felt best for running? Why do you think that was?
🎯 Part 3: Draw and Reflect
9. Draw a picture of yourself running or jumping. Use arrows to show the direction of the forces you are using.
10. What is one new thing you learned about forces in athletics today?
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