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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-1TTBF7O-IJ2X

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1.What do like magnetic poles do?
2.Why does a shadow form?
3.What gives a flashlight energy?
4.What happens in an open circuit?
5.What makes sound?
6.What do opposite magnetic poles do?
7.Which common metal is magnetic?
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 do like magnetic poles do?Repel
  2. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light
  3. What gives a flashlight energy?A battery
  4. What happens in an open circuit?Current does not flow
  5. What makes sound?Vibrations
  6. What do opposite magnetic poles do?Attract
  7. Which common metal is magnetic?Iron
  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.