Grade 10 Science Test : Electricity

Read each question carefully and choose or type the best answer based on your knowledge of electricity. Complete all sections by selecting options, filling in answers, and matching correctly before submitting for automatic marking.

GRADE 10 SCIENCE TEST: ELECTRICITY

Part A: Multiple Choice (10 Questions)

1. What is the unit of electric current?

• Volt
• Ohm
• Ampere
• Watt

2. Which device is used to measure current?

• Voltmeter
• Ammeter
• Thermometer
• Barometer

3. A material that does not allow electricity to flow is called:

• Insulator
• Conductor
• Semiconductor
• Resistor

4. The flow of electric charge is called:

• Voltage
• Resistance
• Energy
• Current

5. Which symbol represents resistance?

• V
• I
• R
• P

6. A circuit with one path for current is called:

• Parallel circuit
• Series circuit
• Open circuit
• Short circuit

7. Electrical energy is measured in:

• Joules
• Newtons
• Pascals
• Litres

8. A device that converts electrical energy to light is:

• Motor
• Heater
• Battery
• Bulb

9. Voltage is also known as:

• Current
• Resistance
• Potential difference
• Power

10. Which is a good conductor of electricity?

• Rubber
• Copper
• Plastic
• Wood

Part B: Short Answer (10 Questions)

11. Unit of electric current.

12. Electric potential difference is called.

13. Opposition to flow of current.

14. A complete path for electricity.

15. Device that stores electrical energy.

16. Material that allows current flow easily.

17. Material that blocks electricity.

18. Rate of electrical energy use.

19. Device used to open or close a circuit.

20. Form of energy produced by a bulb.

Part C: Matching (10 Questions)

21. Ammeter

Choose Measures current Stores charge

22. Voltmeter

Choose Resistance Measures voltage

23. Battery

Choose Stores energy Measures current

24. Switch

Choose Produces light Opens/closes circuit

25. Resistor

Choose Limits current Stores energy

26. Conductor

Choose Blocks electricity Allows flow

27. Insulator

Choose Blocks current Conducts current

28. Circuit

Choose Broken path Complete path

29. Electricity

Choose Flow of charge Heat energy

30. Power

Choose Voltage only Rate of energy use

Part D: True or False (5 Questions)

31. Electricity can flow through metals.

• True
• False

32. Rubber is a good conductor.

• True
• False

33. Current is measured in amperes.

• True
• False

34. A switch produces electricity.

• True
• False

35. A circuit must be complete for current to flow.

• True
• False

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Takeaway Mastering science, especially topics like electricity, helps students understand how the world around them works, from household appliances to modern technology. By answering these questions, students strengthen their problem-solving skills, build logical thinking, and prepare themselves for real-life situations and future careers in science, engineering, and technology.