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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-S42GAW-IJ2X

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1.What makes sound?
2.What happens in an open circuit?
3.What does a switch control?
4.Why does a shadow form?
5.What do like magnetic poles do?
6.What gives a flashlight energy?
7.Which common metal is magnetic?
8.Name a good electrical conductor.

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 makes sound?Vibrations
  2. What happens in an open circuit?Current does not flow
  3. What does a switch control?Whether a circuit is open or closed
  4. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light
  5. What do like magnetic poles do?Repel
  6. What gives a flashlight energy?A battery
  7. Which common metal is magnetic?Iron
  8. Name a good electrical conductor.Copper

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.