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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-QG4U52-IJ2X

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1.What gives a flashlight energy?
2.Which common metal is magnetic?
3.What do opposite magnetic poles do?
4.How do you see an object?
5.What happens in an open circuit?
6.Why does a shadow form?
7.What makes sound?
8.What does a switch control?

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

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.