1) Gravity is a force that… a) Pushes objects apart b) Pushes objects together c) Pulls objects apart d) Pulls objects together 2) When a skydiver falls, which force is acting in the opposite direction to gravity? a) An electrostatic force b) Thrust c) A magnetic force d) Air resistance 3) Four skydivers jump from a plane. Their masses are, 40 kg, 50 kg, 60 kg and 70 kg. Which skydiver experiences the greatest force due to gravity? a) 40 kg skydiver b) 50 kg skydiver c) 60 kg skydiver d) 70 kg skydiver 4) Why does a parachute make a skydiver fall more slowly? a) Decreases air resistance b) Increases air resistance c) Increases gravity d) Decreases gravity 5) What is the approximate speed of a skydiver in freefall in miles per hour? a) 30 mph b) 60 mph c) 90 mph d) 120 mph

Gravity Year 8

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