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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-SY19DT-IJ2X

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1.What gives a flashlight energy?
2.Name a good electrical conductor.
3.What happens in an open circuit?
4.What does a switch control?
5.Why does a shadow form?
6.How do you see an object?
7.What do like magnetic poles do?
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. What gives a flashlight energy?A battery
  2. Name a good electrical conductor.Copper
  3. What happens in an open circuit?Current does not flow
  4. What does a switch control?Whether a circuit is open or closed
  5. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light
  6. How do you see an object?Reflected light enters your eyes
  7. What do like magnetic poles do?Repel
  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.