WorksheetsNatural Science & Technology Grade 6 Final Exam Prep
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
A circuit is defined as:
A source of light energy.
A device that stores electrical energy.
A closed path through which electric current flows.
A material that does not conduct electricity.
A circuit diagram is defined as:
A written description of how to build a circuit.
A graphical representation of an electrical circuit using symbols for components.
A photograph of a completed circuit.
A list of materials needed for a circuit.
Energy is defined as:
A measure of temperature
The ability to do work
A type of matter
A form of sound
Define the following concept: Components.
A part or element of a larger whole, especially in a system.
A type of software used for data storage.
A device used to measure temperature.
A mathematical formula used in calculations.
Define the following concept: Conductor.
A device that stores electrical energy.
A material that allows electric current to flow through it easily.
A source of electrical power.
A material that resists the flow of electric current.
Define the following concept: Insulator.
A device used to increase electric current.
A material that conducts electricity very well.
A material that does not allow electric current to pass through it easily.
A substance that generates electricity.
Define the following concept: Devices.
Devices are only used for entertainment purposes.
Devices are tools or machines designed to perform specific tasks.
Devices are components in a circuit designed to change input energy into different outputs.
Devices refer exclusively to software applications.
What is the purpose of a Bulb in a circuit?
A bulb increases the voltage in the circuit.
A bulb stores electrical energy for later use.
A bulb acts as a switch to control the flow of current.
A bulb converts electrical energy into light energy.
What is the purpose of a wire in a circuit?
A wire generates light in the circuit.
A wire conducts electricity and connects components in a circuit.
A wire acts as a switch to turn the circuit on and off.
A wire stores energy for the circuit.
What is the purpose of a Buzzer in a circuit?
A buzzer increases the voltage in a circuit.
A buzzer converts sound into electrical energy.
A buzzer converts electrical energy into sound.
A buzzer stores electrical energy for later use.
What is the purpose of an Element in a circuit?
An element measures the current in the circuit.
An element converts electrical energy into heat energy.
An element prevents the flow of electricity.
An element stores electrical energy for later use.
What is the purpose of a Motor in a circuit?
A motor increases the voltage in a circuit.
A motor converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
A motor converts electrical energy into movement energy.
A motor stores electrical energy for later use.
What is the purpose of a Switch in a circuit?
A switch is used to store electrical energy in a circuit.
A switch is used to measure the current in a circuit.
A switch is used to increase the voltage in a circuit.
A switch is used to open or close the circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.
What is the purpose of a Battery in a circuit?
A battery absorbs electrical energy from the circuit.
A battery provides electrical energy to the circuit.
A battery acts as a switch in the circuit.
A battery increases the resistance in the circuit.
Which of the following materials are not conductors?
Wood
Copper
Steel
Tin
Why are electrical wires insulated?
To ensure that electricity travels directly to the next component.
To make them look better.
None of the above.
To ensure that they are warm.
What is South Africa’s main source of electricity?
Nuclear
Water
Wind
Coal
Why is coal classified as a 'fossil fuel'?
It looks like a fossil.
There is no specific reason.
It was created with the remains of fossils.
A company called 'Fossil fuels' owns it.
Coal is a “non-renewable” resource. What does this mean?
We will never run out of it because it is an infinite resource.
Once it is used up, it will be completely depleted because of the time it takes to form.
None of the above.
It cannot get newer.
Which planet best suits this description? The only inhabitable planet.
Jupiter
Earth
Saturn
Mars
Which planet best suits this description? The hottest planet.
Mercury
Venus
Saturn
Jupiter
Which planet best suits this description? The largest planet.
Saturn
Earth
Mercury
Jupiter
Which planet best suits this description? Has 62 moons.
Saturn
Jupiter
Earth
Mars
Which planet best suits this description? Furthest planet from the Sun.
Earth
Saturn
Neptune
Mercury
Define the following concept: Rotation.
The change in size of an object.
The movement of an object from one place to another.
The movement of an object around its own axis.
The movement of an object in a straight line.
Which movement of the Earth causes night and day?
Rotation
Revolution
How long does the moon take to do a full rotation?
31 days
24 hours
365 days
28 days
Define the following concept: Axis.
A layer of gases surrounding the Earth.
A point where two lines meet.
The imaginary line running through the centre of an object from North to South.
A circle drawn around the Earth parallel to the equator.
Define the following concept: Revolution.
The process of photosynthesis in plants.
The full cycle of a body around another body.
The melting of ice into water.
The formation of clouds in the atmosphere.
Define the following concept: Radio telescope.
A microscope used to study bacteria.
A telescope which uses radio signals to collect radio wave data about space.
A device for measuring earthquakes.
A telescope that uses visible light to observe planets.
The radio telescope, SALT, stands for...
Southern African Large Telescope
Such Awesome Lightening Toaster.
South African Light Telescope
Southern American Largest Telescope
Define the following concept: Array.
A type of fruit.
A musical instrument.
A group of radio telescopes.
A mathematical equation.
SKA, the most powerful radio telescope in South Africa, stands for?
Satelite Kilomotre Area
Short Kick Area
Square Kilometre Array
Strategic Kinetics Assignment
Define the following concept: Rover.
A type of communication satellite.
A vehicle designed to travel on planets in space.
A tool for digging soil.
A device used to measure temperature.
Define the following concept: Optical telescope.
A device used to measure the speed of light.
A telescope which you use by looking through it to see objects in space.
An instrument for observing underwater life.
A tool for detecting radio waves from distant stars.
In which year did the first spacecraft land on the moon?
1961
1968
1966
1967
In which year did Lunokhod l land on the moon?
1980
1970
1960
1950
In which year did Curiosity land on the Mars?
2012
2000
2013
2002
In which year did Lunokhod ll land on the moon?
1970
2000
1973
1960
Apollo ll, the first spacecraft to carry humans to the Moon, landed in:
1985
1969
1959
1980
