THA�Marshmallow�Challenge

The Goal

Build the tallest freestanding structure using only the materials provided in 18 minutes.

The Challenge

Rule #1

The Tallest Freestanding Structure

• The winning team is the one that has the tallest structure measured from the table top surface to the top of the marshmallow.
• The structure must be freestanding, meaning that it cannot be suspended from a higher structure, like a chair, ceiling or fan.

Rule #2

The Whole Marshmallow

• The entire marshmallow needs to be on the top of the structure.
• Cutting or eating part of the marshmallow disqualifies the team.

Rule #3

Use as Much or as Little of the Kit

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• The team can use as many or as few of the 20 spaghetti sticks, as much or as little of the string or tape.

Rule #4

Break up the Spaghetti, String or Tape

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• Teams are free to break the spaghetti, cut up the tape and string to create new structures.

Rule #5

The Challenge Lasts 18 minutes

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• Teams cannot hold on to the structure when the time runs out.
• Teams who have members touching or supporting the structure at the end of the time will be disqualified.

Any� Questions?

The Teams

Timer

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