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Grade 1 Physics diagnostic

12 questions on forces & equilibrium, waves & sound, light & optics and magnetism & induction. Answer what you can, then check your answers to see which topics are secure and what to practise next.

12 questions4 topicsAbout 15 minutesSet 5 of 5

Skip a question if you do not know the answer. It is better than guessing, because it shows what to practise.

1Forces & equilibriumWhich change could a sideways push make to a rolling toy?
2Forces & equilibriumIs this a push or a pull? Zipping up a jacket.
3Forces & equilibriumWhich observation describes motion rather than colour?
4Waves & soundA gently plucked elastic band moves back and forth. What is that motion called?
5Waves & soundWhich sound is quieter: a whisper or a fire truck siren?
6Waves & soundWhich can carry ordinary sound across a classroom?
7Light & opticsWhich one makes its own light: a lamp that is switched on or a white sheet of paper?
8Light & opticsWhich is a safe way to investigate a shadow?
9Light & opticsWhich one lets light pass through so you can see clearly through it: clear plastic wrap or a cardboard box?
10Magnetism & inductionWhich object will a magnet pull toward it: a wooden spoon or a steel safety pin?
11Magnetism & inductionWhich object will a magnet pull toward it: an iron bolt or an aluminium can?
12Magnetism & inductionWhich object will a magnet pull toward it: a cotton sock or a steel safety pin?