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WorksheetsSnap Circuits
Total questions: 39
Worksheet time: 20mins
This symbol, ⚠️ not only warns you of choking hazards but what else does it warn you of?
It warns you of moving parts, such as the motor or fan during operation.
It warns you of a shock hazard.
It warns you of high voltage.
It warns you of chemical exposure.
What does this symbol ⚡ warn you of?
High temperature
Shock hazard
Loud noise
Slippery surface
True or False: It’s okay that positive/negative markings are not positioned as per the drawing.
True
False
What type of batteries do you use with this kit?
AAA
AA
C
D
True or False: It’s important to insert the batteries with correct polarity.
True
False
What colors are in the filters set?
red, green, blue
yellow, green, blue
red, yellow, blue
red, green, yellow
What are snap circuits?
Uses building blocks with snaps to build different electrical & electronic circuits in the projects
A type of musical instrument
A kind of computer software
A type of mechanical toy
What kind of source do you need to build each circuit?
power source
water source
heat source
light source
What is the purpose of the clear, plastic grid?
platform for mounting parts & wires
to display images
to store components
to measure voltage
What does the small number next to each part in every circuit drawing indicate?
The level the component is placed at
The price of the component
The weight of the component
The color of the component
How do you connect jumper wires?
You connect the jumper wires by clipping the metal snaps as indicated.
You tie them together.
You solder them.
You tape them together.
Most circuit problems are due to what?
incorrect assembly
color of parts
quantity of parts
quality of parts
What are these components called?
Resistors
Lamps
Snap wires
Switches
What is the primary purpose of snap circuits?
To practice coding skills
To build mechanical devices
To learn the basics of electricity
To study biology
What should you always include in a circuit to prevent a short circuit?
An extra battery
A circuit load
More snap wires
A second power source
What does a slide switch do in a snap circuit?
Increases the voltage
Controls the flow of electricity
Changes the direction of current
Stores electrical energy
What should you do if a component in your circuit is getting too hot?
Remove the power supply
Use more snap wires
Add more batteries
Switch to a larger circuit board
What is the role of snap wires in a circuit?
To cool down the components
To act as a power source
To transfer electricity
To store electricity
How can you control the flow of electricity in your circuit?
By creating a short circuit
By using switches
By adding more circuit loads
By using a battery holder
Would this circuit work?
No
Yes
Would this circuit work?
No
Yes
What is the role of snap wires in a circuit?
To cool down the components
To act as a power source
To transfer electricity
To store electricity
Which component is used to simulate a flying saucer in the Flying Saucer project?
Space war integrated circuit
Alarm IC
Motor
LED
Electricity is the movement of.....
Neutorns
Electrons
Protons
Nucleus
An object that allows electricity to easily travel through is called.....
A conductor
An insulator.
An object that does NOT allow electricity to easily pass through is called.....
A conductor
An insulator
What is the flow of electrons called?
A river
A wire
A current
An outlet
Electrical charge built up on the surface of an object is called.....
A closed circuit
Electromagnetism
Static Electricity
A blanket
What is an electromagnet?
A magnet that creates electricity.
A temporary magnet made from coils of wire with electricity flowing through them.
A natural magnet.
A closed circuit.
When should you put the batteries in your circuit?
After the entire circuit is fully assembled.
At the first step of building your circuit.
Whenever is fine.
What are these components called?
Resistors
Lamps
Snap wires
Switches
What should you do before disassembling your circuit?
Turn it on one last time
Leave it unattended
Turn it off
Add another power source
Why should you always follow where the electricity flows in your circuit?
To make the circuit look neat
To ensure the circuit works as intended
To use fewer components
To make disassembly easier
What is the movement of subatomic charged particles (electrons) through a material due to electrical pressure across the material, such as from a battery called?
light
electricity
sound
magnetic waves
What two things control the flow of electricity like valves and faucets control water?
transistors
resistors
fuses
switches
What is the electrical pressure exerted by a battery or other power source called?
tension
centimeters
voltage
microbits
What is resistance measured in?
ohms
volts
watts
grams
What happens to current when resistance increases?
more current flows
less current flows
What is light?
energy, traveling at slow speed
sound waves
energy, traveling at high speed
light from the sky
