Electricity quiz

Which of the following is an example of an appliance that runs on electricity?

• Cup
• TV
• Book
• Pillow

Which of the following is an example of a conductor?

• Glass
• Rubber
• Copper
• Wood

What must be complete in order for electricity to flow in a circuit?

• Wires
• Switch
• Battery
• Circuit

What is the function of a switch in a circuit?

• To open and close a circuit
• To conduct electricity
• To store energy
• To generate energy

Which component of a circuit converts electrical energy into light?

• Battery
• Wire
• Bulb
• Switch

Which of the following materials is a good insulator?

• Copper
• Wood
• Aluminium
• Tin

Which type of circuit has more than one path for the current to flow?

• Series circuit
• Parallel circuit
• Complex circuit
• Hybrid circuit

What is the effect of adding more batteries in a series circuit?

• The brightness of the bulb will increase
• The brightness of the bulb will decrease
• The bulb will not light up
• The circuit will stop working

What is the advantage of a parallel circuit over a series circuit?

• It uses less energy
• It is cheaper to construct
• It is easier to add or remove components
• It is more stable

Which of the following is an example of a scientific question?

• Can you turn on the light?
• Why does the light bulb get hot?
• How many wires are in the circuit?
• What color is the switch?