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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Grade 2 · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-60FZCY-8AVC

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1.Which common metal is magnetic?
2.What does a switch control?
3.Why does a shadow form?
4.Name a good electrical conductor.
5.What do opposite magnetic poles do?
6.What do like magnetic poles do?
7.How do you see an object?
8.What gives a flashlight energy?

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 does a switch control?Whether a circuit is open or closed
  3. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light
  4. Name a good electrical conductor.Copper
  5. What do opposite magnetic poles do?Attract
  6. What do like magnetic poles do?Repel
  7. How do you see an object?Reflected light enters your eyes
  8. What gives a flashlight energy?A battery

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.