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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-T80V2S-IJ2X

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

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. Which common metal is magnetic?Iron
  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 makes sound?Vibrations
  6. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light
  7. What do like magnetic poles do?Repel
  8. What gives a flashlight energy?A battery

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.