Forms of Energy: Interactive Learning Quizzes for 3rd Grade Science

Question 1

Which of the following is a source of light energy?

Accepted Answer

A burning candle

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A rolling ball

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A vibrating guitar string

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A hot cup of coffee

Question 2

What type of energy do we feel when we touch a warm object?

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Heat energy

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Sound energy

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Motion energy

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Electrical energy

Question 3

What type of energy do objects in motion possess?

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Kinetic energy

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Potential energy

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Thermal energy

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Nuclear energy

Question 4

Which property is NOT characteristic of light?

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It has mass.

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It can travel through a vacuum.

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It can be reflected.

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It can be refracted.

Question 5

What is the main function of a solar cell?

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To generate electricity from sunlight

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To store electricity

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To convert heat into electricity

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To amplify sound

Question 6

What is the source of energy that helps plants grow?

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Sun

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Water

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Soil

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Air

Question 7

What happens to the energy of a moving object when it stops moving?

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It turns into heat energy

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It disappears

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It stays in the object

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It becomes sound energy

Question 8

Which of these devices uses electrical energy?

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Light bulb

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Battery

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Magnet

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Solar panel

Question 9

What is the energy that helps keep us warm?

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Heat energy

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Light energy

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Motion energy

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Sound energy

Question 10

Which of these is a source of energy that we can use again and again?

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Wind

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Oil

Question 11

What is the main source of light energy on Earth?

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The sun

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A battery

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A fire

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A magnet

Question 12

Which of the following uses heat energy?

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A stove

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A radio

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A light bulb

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A fan

Question 13

What happens when sound energy travels through the air?

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The air moves back and forth.

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The air gets hotter.

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The air turns into light.

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The air becomes invisible.

Question 14

When you hold a ball high above the ground, which type of energy does it have the most of?

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Potential energy

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Kinetic energy

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Chemical energy

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Sound energy

Question 15

What is the difference between potential and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy, while kinetic energy is energy in motion.

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Kinetic energy is stored energy, while potential energy is energy in motion.

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Potential energy is energy in motion, while kinetic energy is stored energy.

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There is no difference between potential and kinetic energy.

Question 16

When you burn wood in a fireplace, what type of energy conversion is taking place?

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Chemical energy to heat energy

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Electrical energy to light energy

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Mechanical energy to sound energy

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Sound energy to light energy

Question 17

What is a renewable energy source?

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A source of energy that can be replaced naturally

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A source of energy that cannot be replaced naturally

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A source of energy that is harmful to the environment

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A source of energy that is only available at night

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable energy source?

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Fossil fuels

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Solar energy

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Wind energy

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Hydropower

Question 19

Which energy keeps our homes warm?

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Heat energy

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Light energy

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Motion energy

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Sound energy

Question 20

When objects move, what kind of energy do they have?

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Motion energy

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Light energy

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Heat energy

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Electrical energy

Question 21

Which of these is NOT a type of energy?

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Water

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Light

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Sound

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Heat

Question 22

What happens when light hits a mirror?

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It bounces off

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It gets absorbed

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It bends

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It goes through

Question 23

Which one of these is good at transferring heat?

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Metal

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Wood

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Plastic

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Cloth

Question 24

What do we use to measure sound?

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Decibels

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Watts

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Newtons

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Joules

Question 25

Which example shows energy being transferred?

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A ball rolling down a hill

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A book sitting on a table

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A person sleeping

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A tree growing

Question 26

How does a flashlight help us see in the dark?

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It changes electrical energy into light energy, making it easier to see.

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It makes heat energy, warming the air around it.

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It creates sound energy, getting attention to objects.

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It uses magnetic energy to make objects move, showing where they are.

Question 27

What provides the energy that powers a flashlight?

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Battery

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Sun

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Fire

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Water

Question 28

Which of these can create sound energy?

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Drum

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Light bulb

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Book

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Rock

Question 29

Which device changes electrical energy into light energy?

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Flashlight

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Solar panel

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Radio

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Battery

Question 30

Which type of energy makes magnets attract each other?

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Magnetic energy

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Electrical energy

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Light energy

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Heat energy

Question 31

Which of these is not a good way to save energy?

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Keep the refrigerator door open

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Turn off lights when not in use

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Unplug electronics when not in use

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Take shorter showers

Question 32

What type of energy is stored in food?

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Chemical energy

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Kinetic energy

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Potential energy

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Electrical energy

Question 33

When you turn on a light, what type of energy does the electricity transform into?

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Light Energy

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Motion Energy

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Sound Energy

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Heat Energy

Question 34

What object transforms electrical energy into light energy?

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Light bulb

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Radio

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Electric fan

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Toaster

Question 35

Which of the following actions will **NOT** conserve energy?

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Leave water running while brushing teeth

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Turn off lights when leaving a room

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Use public transportation instead of driving alone

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a source of light energy?

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Wind

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Light bulb

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Sun

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Fire

Question 37

What form of energy is used to make a sound?

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Vibration

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Light

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Heat

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Motion

Question 38

Which of these appliances converts electrical energy into heat energy?

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Toaster

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Refrigerator

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Fan

Question 39

What happens to the kinetic energy of a moving ball when it stops?

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It is converted to other forms of energy, like heat and sound.

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It is destroyed.

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It remains the same.

Question 40

What is the main energy source used by plants to produce their own food?

Accepted Answer

Sunlight

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Water

Question 41

Which of these activities involves the use of potential energy?

Accepted Answer

Lifting a book off the ground

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Throwing a ball

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Walking

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Blowing bubbles

Question 42

Which of the following devices converts electrical energy into motion energy?

Accepted Answer

Electric motor

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Solar panel

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Wind turbine

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Battery

Question 43

What is a characteristic of sound energy?

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It can travel through different materials

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It cannot be reflected or refracted

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It can only travel through liquids