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Grade 4 · Physics

Grade 4 Physics diagnostic

15 questions on waves & sound, light & optics and magnetism & induction, plus 3 from Grade 3. Answer what you can, then check your answers to see which topics are secure and what to practise next.

15 questions3 topicsAbout 15 minutesSet 3 of 5

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

1Waves & soundWhich sound is louder: a lawn mower or rustling leaves?
2Waves & soundWhich observation supports the idea that a ruler can vibrate?
3Waves & soundWhich sound is louder: a jet plane taking off or a pencil writing on paper?
4Waves & soundWhich pair describes two different sound properties?
5Light & opticsWhich one makes its own light: a lamp that is switched on or a white sheet of paper?
6Light & opticsWhich one makes its own light: a shiny spoon or the Sun?
7Light & opticsWhich one lets light pass through so you can see clearly through it: a thick book or clear plastic wrap?
8Light & opticsWhich one lets light pass through so you can see clearly through it: clean water in a glass or a wooden door?
9Magnetism & inductionWhich object will a magnet pull toward it: a wooden spoon or a steel bottle cap?
10Magnetism & inductionA magnet is moved farther away from a paper clip. What happens to its pull on the clip?
11Magnetism & inductionWhich statement is the best testable prediction?
12Magnetism & inductionWhich object will a magnet pull toward it: an aluminium can or a steel bottle cap?

From Grade 3

These questions check skills from the grade below, so gaps can be spotted early.

13Light & optics (Grade 3)Which is a safe way to investigate a shadow?
14Light & optics (Grade 3)Which sequence explains seeing a red book in a lit room?
15Light & optics (Grade 3)What makes a shadow behind an opaque card?