Electricity and Science Fun Quiz

What is the primary function of the electric eel's shocking ability?

• To navigate through the ocean

• To keep predators away

• To communicate with other eels

• To attack other sea creatures

What are the two types of electricity mentioned by Dr. Rita Fox?

• Current and kinetic

• Kinetic and potential

• Static and current

• Static and dynamic

Which of the following is an example of static electricity?

• A toaster heating bread

• A lamp lighting up

• A balloon sticking to a wall after being rubbed

• A fan spinning

What is hydropower?

• Power generated from sunlight

• Power generated from geothermal energy

• Power generated from moving water

• Power generated from wind

What is the purpose of a dam in a hydroelectric power plant?

• To prevent flooding

• To filter water for drinking

• To generate wind energy

• To store water in a reservoir

What did Benjamin Franklin use to prove that lightning is electricity?

• A battery

• A metal rod

• A light bulb

• A kite and a key

What is the function of a lightning rod?

• To generate electricity

• To attract birds

• To prevent rain

• To protect buildings from lightning

Which of the following items does NOT need electricity to function?

• Flashlight

• Potato

• Blow dryer

• Air conditioner

What is the sound caused by lightning called?

• Thunder

• Rain

• Echo

• Wind

What happens when lightning strikes and causes air particles to vibrate?

• It forms clouds

• It generates wind

• It causes thunder

• It creates rain