Magnetism and Electricity Quiz

What happens when two like poles of a magnet are brought close together?

• They attract each other
• They repel each other
• They have no effect
• They create a new pole

Which of the following materials is NOT a common magnetic material?

• Iron
• Copper
• Nickel
• Cobalt

What is the primary function of a compass?

• To measure electric current
• To find magnetic north
• To detect electric charge
• To create magnetic fields

What unit is electric charge measured in?

• Volts
• Amperes
• Coulombs
• Ohms

Which statement about electric charges is true?

• Like charges attract
• Opposite charges repel
• Like charges repel
• Opposite charges have no interaction

What type of material allows electric charge to flow freely?

• Insulator
• Conductor
• Resistor
• Magnet

In a series circuit, what happens if one component fails?

• Only that component stops working
• The entire circuit stops working
• The circuit continues to work
• The voltage increases

What is the purpose of a fuse in an electrical circuit?

• To increase current
• To prevent overload
• To store energy
• To measure voltage

Which of the following is a key safety feature in electrical systems?

• Insulation
• Conductors
• Switches
• Resistors

What is the effect of water on electricity?

• It insulates electricity
• It enhances electricity
• It conducts electricity
• It has no effect