Blast Busy Bot Barriers: Pre-K Problem Solving Quiz (Hard) Worksheet • Free PDF Download with Answer Key
Design efficient pathways and fix broken routines to help robots navigate tricky obstacles through high-level logical reasoning.
Pedagogical Overview
This quiz assesses foundational computational thinking and logical reasoning skills through the lens of robotic problem-solving. It utilizes a scaffolded approach that moves from simple risk evaluation to complex algorithmic sequencing and task decomposition. Ideal for early childhood STEM integration, this resource supports developmental milestones in executive functioning and critical thinking.
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- Identify logical sequences and prerequisite steps within a multi-step routine
- Analyze failed processes to determine the cause of a logical error or bug
- Evaluate different pathways to determine the most efficient solution for a given goal
All 10 Questions
- A robot needs to reach a battery. One path is short but has a puddle (which breaks robots!). The long path is dry. Which path should the robot choose to succeed?A) The short path through the waterB) The long, dry pathC) Neither pathD) Stay still until it runs out of power
- A robot is trying to build a tower. It keeps falling over. The robot should ________ the problem to see if the bottom block is too small.A) IgnoreB) AnalyzeC) HideD) Forget
- If a robot must pick up a ball and then drop it in a box, it doesn't matter if it tries to drop the ball before picking it up.A) TrueB) False
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- A robot gardener has three steps: 1. Dig hole, 2. Put seed in, 3. Water. If the robot misses step 2, what happens?A) A flower grows instantlyB) The robot gets tiredC) Nothing grows because a step is missingD) The robot starts singing
- When a robot finds a wall in its path, it must ________ its plan to find a way around.A) SleepB) CryC) ChangeD) Stop
- A robot can finish its work faster if it skips important steps like 'Open Door'.A) TrueB) False
- Two robots are cleaning. Robot A picks up toys one by one. Robot B uses a big bin to scoop them all at once. Which robot is more efficient?A) Robot AB) Robot BC) NeitherD) Both are the same
- If a robot is stuck spinning in circles, there is a ________ in its instructions that needs fixing.A) BugB) FriendC) CookieD) Hat
- To paint a whole house, it is helpful to break the job into small parts, like 'Paint the Door' and 'Paint the Window'.A) TrueB) False
- A robot chef wants to make toast. It has: 1. Put bread in toaster, 2. Take toast out, 3. Push button down. What is wrong with this order?A) Nothing is wrongB) It should eat the bread firstC) It needs to push the button before taking the toast outD) The robot should use a microwave
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Pre-K Problem Solving Quiz is an excellent choice for a substitute teacher because the clear explanations for each question allow a guest teacher to facilitate high-level logical discussions without prior specialized training.
Most students will complete this Pre-K Problem Solving Quiz in 15 to 20 minutes when administered as a group activity, allowing for rich verbal interaction around the robotics-themed scenarios.
This Pre-K Problem Solving Quiz is perfect for differentiation as it offers high-level reasoning challenges for advanced learners while using relatable robot metaphors to support students who are just beginning to master sequencing.
This Pre-K Problem Solving Quiz focuses on critical logic skills like debugging, decomposition, and efficiency, which are essential building blocks for future computer science and mathematical success.
Teachers can use this Pre-K Problem Solving Quiz as a quick check for understanding to see if students can identify the middle step of a sequence or recognize how to fix a broken routine before moving on to hands-on programmable toys.
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