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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Grade 4 · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-MT50QC-O9KU

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1.Why can you hear an echo?
2.How do you see an object?
3.What does a switch control?
4.What do opposite magnetic poles do?
5.What do like magnetic poles do?
6.Why does a shadow form?
7.What happens to pitch as frequency rises?
8.What can happen when light enters water?

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 can you hear an echo?Sound reflects from a surface
  2. How do you see an object?Reflected light enters your eyes
  3. What does a switch control?Whether a circuit is open or closed
  4. What do opposite magnetic poles do?Attract
  5. What do like magnetic poles do?Repel
  6. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light
  7. What happens to pitch as frequency rises?Pitch becomes higher
  8. What can happen when light enters water?It refracts, or bends

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.