Grade 1 Science · Light and Sound

Grade 1 Light and Sound Practice Test

Build science skills with five 10-question practice tests covering light sources, materials, shadows, sound, vibration, volume, and hearing safety.

Light and Sound Practice Tests

These Grade 1 science practice tests help students observe how light and sound behave. Students identify light sources, compare materials that let light pass through or block it, explain shadows, connect sound with vibration, and practice safe listening.

Skills covered

  • Identifying natural and human-made sources of light
  • Comparing transparent, translucent, and opaque materials
  • Explaining how shadows form and change
  • Connecting sound with vibrations
  • Comparing loud, soft, high, and low sounds
  • Using safe practices for eyes and hearing

How to use these practice tests

Complete one 10-question test at a time. Use a flashlight, clear object, book, rubber band, or safe instrument to demonstrate the ideas. Never shine light into someone's eyes or use sounds that are painfully loud.

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Grade 1 Light and Sound Practice Tests

A 10-question Grade 1 science practice test on light sources, materials, shadows, sound, vibration, volume, and hearing safety.

Read each light or sound question carefully. Choose one answer, then open the solution to review the observation or safety idea.

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1. QuestionMultiple choice

Which is a source of light?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is The Sun.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: The Sun gives off light that helps us see during the day.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is The Sun.

The Sun gives off light that helps us see during the day.

2. QuestionMultiple choice

What does a flashlight need to make light?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is Batteries.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: Batteries provide energy for many flashlights.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Batteries.

Batteries provide energy for many flashlights.

3. QuestionMultiple choice

What happens in a dark room with no light source?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is It is hard to see.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: People need light to see objects clearly.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is It is hard to see.

People need light to see objects clearly.

4. QuestionMultiple choice

What can happen when an object blocks light?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: D

The correct answer is A shadow forms.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: A shadow forms on the side away from the light when an object blocks it.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is A shadow forms.

A shadow forms on the side away from the light when an object blocks it.

5. QuestionMultiple choice

Which material lets most light pass through?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is Clear glass.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: Clear glass is transparent and lets most light pass through.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Clear glass.

Clear glass is transparent and lets most light pass through.

6. QuestionMultiple choice

Which object blocks most light?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is A cardboard box.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: Cardboard is opaque and blocks light.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is A cardboard box.

Cardboard is opaque and blocks light.

7. QuestionMultiple choice

What can a mirror do to light?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is Reflect it.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: A mirror reflects light back from its surface.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Reflect it.

A mirror reflects light back from its surface.

8. QuestionMultiple choice

Why do people need light when reading?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: D

The correct answer is Light helps them see the words.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: Light allows the eyes to see the words on a page.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Light helps them see the words.

Light allows the eyes to see the words on a page.

9. QuestionMultiple choice

Which is a man-made source of light?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is A lamp.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: A lamp is made by people and gives off light.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is A lamp.

A lamp is made by people and gives off light.

10. QuestionMultiple choice

What can make a shadow longer?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is Moving the light source lower.

  1. Look at the observation: Notice the light source, material, shadow, sound, or vibration described.
  2. Use the light-and-sound idea: The position of the light source changes the size and direction of a shadow.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Moving the light source lower.

The position of the light source changes the size and direction of a shadow.

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Frequently asked questions about Grade 1 light and sound

What makes a sound?

Sound is made when an object vibrates. Drums, strings, voices, and many other sound sources vibrate as they make sound.

What is a transparent material?

A transparent material lets most light pass through so objects on the other side can be seen clearly, such as clear glass.

How many questions are on this page?

The page includes five mini tests with 10 questions each, for 50 Grade 1 light and sound questions in total.