1.11 Electric Circuits Quiz

What is the function of a voltage source in an electric circuit?

• To supply current

• To supply potential

• To control switches

• To prevent short circuits

What is the purpose of a conductor in an electric circuit?

• To allow the flow of electricity

• To control switches

• To supply current

• To create potential

What happens when a switch in an electric circuit is turned 'on'?

• Short circuit occurs

• The circuit is opened

• Electricity stops flowing

• The circuit is closed

Why is electricity considered dangerous?

• It can start fires

• All of the above

• It can cause death

• It causes burns

What is a short circuit in an electric circuit?

• When potential is created

• When the circuit is opened

• When electricity stops flowing

• When current follows a shorter path

What should you never mix with electricity?

• Water

• Oil

• Air

• Sand

What should you never do with wet hands and electricity?

• Turn on switches

• Plug in electrical cords

• Touch damaged cords

• All of the above

What should you never do when standing in water and dealing with electricity?

• Turn on switches

• Go near fallen power lines

• Report electrical hazards

• Use damaged cords or plugs

What is the safest way to deal with fallen electrical power lines?

• Go near them and try to fix them

• Ignore them and continue with your work

• Report them immediately

• Touch them to see if they are live

What should you never do with damaged cords or plugs?

• Report them

• Touch them with wet hands

• All of the above

• Use them