Using electricity safely (Part 2)

What is an electric shock?

• It is when you are scared.

• It is when there is no electricity.

• It is when electricity comes out from our body.

• It happens when electricity flows through our body.

Choose all actions that may cause electric shocks. You can tick more than one picture.

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Which picture shows the correct way to remove a plug from a socket?

• Picture A

• Picture B

Why is pulling an electrical cord from the wall dangerous?

• Pulling a cord may hurt your hands.

• Pulling a cord may damage the plug, the socket and the appliance.

• Pulling a cord may damage the wall.

• Pulling a cord is not dangerous

Flying a kite near power lines is safe. True or False?

• True

• False

Why is flying kites near power lines dangerous?

• Flying kites near power lines is safe.

• Electricity may flow through your kite, string and to the ground.

• Electricity may flow through your kite, string and body. It can cause electric shock.

• Electricity may flow through your kite. Your kite may be damaged.

Where is a safe place to fly kites?

• Near power lines.

• The beach.

• Near your home.

• Far away from power lines.

Is it safe to repair our own electrical appliances?

• Yes!

• No.

We should ask help from ______________ to fix electrical appliances.

• an electrician

• a scientist

• an adult

• an engineer.

Is it safe to put things into sockets?

• Yes!

• No, it is dangerous.