Energy and Electricity

​LO: SWBAT differentiate among forms of energy, differentiate between conductors and insulators of thermal and electrical energy, and demonstrate that electricity travels in a closed path, creating an electrical circuit.



DOL: Given a problem, SW differentiate among forms of energy, differentiate between conductors and insulators of thermal and electrical energy, and demonstrate that electricity travels in a closed path, creating an electrical circuit correctly in at least 2 out of 3 questions.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are examples of renewable resources? Select two correct answers.

• Trees

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Water

• Oil

Multiple Choice

A student placed batteries in her video game controller so she could play a video game. Which form of energy did the batteries provide to the video game controller in order for it to work?

• Electrical energy

• Light energy

• Mechanical energy

• Thermal energy

Multiple Choice

Four students were asked to make a table to show objects that use mechanical energy as their main source of energy. The students’ tables are shown.

Which student has correctly listed objects that only require mechanical energy?

• Student F

• Student G

• Student H

• Student J

Multiple Choice

A student made this electric circuit. The light did not turn on. Which of the following statements is true about an object that can be used to complete the circuit?

• An iron paper clip can be used because it is a conductor of electrical energy.

• A nail can be used because it is an insulator of electrical energy.

• A toothpick can be used because it is a conductor of electrical energy.

• A plastic comb can be used because it is an insulator of electrical energy.

Multiple Choice

Look at the examples of circuits.

Which statement correctly describes the circuits?

• Circuit B is a closed circuit that electricity cannot pass through.

• Circuit B is an open circuit that allows electricity to pass through.

• Circuit A is a closed circuit that allows electricity to pass through.

• Circuit A is an open circuit that allows electricity to pass through.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following items produces light energy?

Dropdown

All of the following are insulators of thermal energy EXCEPT

Select answer

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Multiple Select

What main type of energy does a flame from a burning candle release? Select TWO correct answers.

• Electrical energy

• Thermal energy

• Mechanical energy

• Solar energy

• Light energy

​DOL: Given a problem, SW differentiate among forms of energy, differentiate between conductors and insulators of thermal and electrical energy, and demonstrate that electricity travels in a closed path, creating an electrical circuit correctly in at least 2 out of 3 questions.

Multiple Choice

Which two materials could be used to block the flow of electricity?

• Wood and steel

• Plastic and iron

• Steel and rubber

• Wood and plastic

Multiple Choice

In an activity, students observe model cars like the one shown. Students are asked to make the car move by winding the key on the back of the car.

Which form of energy is used to make the car move?

• Mechanical

• Electrical

• Air

• Not here

Multiple Choice

The electrical circuit shown will not produce electricity.

What change should be made so that the circuit will light the bulb?

• The wire needs to be longer.

• The light needs to be larger.

• The circuit needs another battery,

• The electrical circuit needs to be closed.