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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Grade 2 · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-4CID74-8AVC

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

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. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light
  2. Name a good electrical conductor.Copper
  3. What happens in an open circuit?Current does not flow
  4. What do opposite magnetic poles do?Attract
  5. What does a switch control?Whether a circuit is open or closed
  6. What do like magnetic poles do?Repel
  7. Which common metal is magnetic?Iron
  8. How do you see an object?Reflected light enters your eyes

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.