Q&A for How to Build a Basic Catapult

Yes, that would work! You can also use a bigger bottle cap.

Yes, you can fire marshmallows with it, as long as they don't stick to the bottle cap.

It depends on the force generated where the two popsicle sticks are joined by the rubber band. The tighter the rubber bands, the farther the object will go. It also depends on the weight of the object.

Anything that will hold it in place is fine. Hot glue is just recommended. You can use normal glue, or tape, or even rubber bands to hold it together.

Yes, but only if the cup is small enough.

No, you can use several smaller craft sticks instead if you would prefer.

Yes, as long as the larger ammunition doesn't weight it down.

Google it.

If you want to build something like that, then you can use the same layout for this catapult but instead of Popsicle sticks, use 2 by 4s and in place of the rubber bands, use bungie cords. And for the glue, use screws. Also, for the small cup, use a tub.

Yes, you can actually use popsicle sticks instead of craft sticks if you'd like.

Upsize the catapult and don't use milk lids, use something else, like a container lid.

Yes, you can. However, you must know how to incorporate it into the catapult without sabotaging the original design

Leave it in an open area and/or blow on it. It dries up by being cold, so decrease its temperature.