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Friction Fun!

Explore the concept of friction with this fun worksheet designed for 3rd graders. Learn how friction affects movement and everyday objects.

Grade 3 Science PhysicsForces and MotionFriction
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Friction Fun!

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will help you understand friction!

1. What is friction?

a

A pushing force

b

A force that slows things down

c

A pulling force

d

A force that makes things faster

2. Which surface would have the MOST friction?

a

Ice

b

Polished wood floor

c

Sandpaper

d

A smooth slide

3. Friction helps us walk without slipping.

T

True

F

False

4. Oil makes friction stronger.

T

True

F

False

5. Friction is a force that   movement.

6. Rough surfaces usually have more   than smooth surfaces.

7. Give two examples of where friction is helpful in everyday life.

Look at the image below showing friction between surfaces.

Diagram showing friction between two surfaces

8. Based on the image, what happens when two surfaces rub against each other?