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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Grade 1 · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-X2142Y-14S4

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1.Which common metal is magnetic?
2.What do opposite magnetic poles do?
3.Name a good electrical conductor.
4.What happens in an open circuit?
5.How do you see an object?
6.What do like magnetic poles do?
7.What gives a flashlight energy?
8.What makes sound?

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Which common metal is magnetic?Iron
  2. What do opposite magnetic poles do?Attract
  3. Name a good electrical conductor.Copper
  4. What happens in an open circuit?Current does not flow
  5. How do you see an object?Reflected light enters your eyes
  6. What do like magnetic poles do?Repel
  7. What gives a flashlight energy?A battery
  8. What makes sound?Vibrations

Worked example

Use a model to track energy, forces, and waves through a system.

Common mistake

Assuming energy travels without a path or medium.

Helpful hint

Draw the source, path, interaction, and result.