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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-1S5DT1U-IJ2X

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

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. How do you see an object?Reflected light enters your eyes
  2. What gives a flashlight energy?A battery
  3. Name a good electrical conductor.Copper
  4. What does a switch control?Whether a circuit is open or closed
  5. Which common metal is magnetic?Iron
  6. What makes sound?Vibrations
  7. What do opposite magnetic poles do?Attract
  8. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light

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.