Understanding Magnetism and Non-Magnetic Materials

What are the two poles of a magnet called?

• North and South

• East and West

• Positive and Negative

• Top and Bottom

Which of the following materials is magnetic?

• Wood

• Plastic

• Iron

• Glass

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What role does the Earth's magnetic field play?

• It helps us find directions

• It protects us from harmful space radiation

• It makes the Earth rotate

• It attracts non-magnetic materials

Why do non-magnetic materials not get attracted to magnets?

• They are too light

• They do not have the special properties that magnetic materials have

• They are made of plastic

• They are too far from the magnet

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What is one use of magnets in everyday life?

• To make rubber bands

• To test different objects like paper clips

• To help us find directions using a compass

• To create wood carvings