What is light?

In this lesson we are going to learn about light and dark. We will learn where light comes from and how we can see it. We will also learn about what causes things to be dark.

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Q1.Fill in the blanks: Light comes from a _________ ___________.

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Q2.Light is a type of ________.

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Q3.Fill in the blanks: Dark is the ______________

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Q4.Tick the light source.

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Q5.Light travels in ____________

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This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

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Science - What is light? - Quiz

Well done on some great learning! Now have a go at answering these questions.

Q1.Fill in the blanks: Light comes from a _________ ___________.

1/5

Q2.Light is a type of ________.

2/5

Q3.Fill in the blanks: Dark is the ______________

3/5

Q4.Tick the light source.

4/5

Q5.Light travels in ____________

5/5

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