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Grade 2 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 2 of 5

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

1Forces & equilibriumIs this a push or a pull? Towing a wagon behind you by its handle.
2Forces & equilibriumWhich change could a sideways push make to a rolling toy?
3Forces & equilibriumIs this a push or a pull? Throwing a ball away from you.
4Waves & soundWhich sound is louder: a ticking watch or a lawn mower?
5Waves & soundWhich pair describes two different sound properties?
6Waves & soundWhich sound is louder: a fire truck siren or rustling leaves?
7Light & opticsWhich one makes its own light: a shiny spoon or a firefly?
8Light & opticsWhich sequence explains seeing a red book in a lit room?
9Light & opticsHow does light travel from a lamp?
10Magnetism & inductionWhich object will a magnet pull toward it: a steel safety pin or a plastic cup?
11Magnetism & inductionMust a magnet touch an iron object to exert a force on it?
12Magnetism & inductionTwo magnets are held with their north poles facing each other. What happens?