Try this common P3-4 science question on the topic “Magnets”:
The answer is (3).
It’s easy for adults, but explaining these concepts to a child requires patience and a deep understanding of the syllabus.
This question tests your child on 3 concepts:
- Every magnet has 2 poles – North and South.
- Like poles repel.
- Interpreting information using a diagram/experimental set-up/table.
Most students also struggle because of 2 common mistakes:
- Only memorising facts such as “A magnet has two poles and like poles repel” but they can’t relate this piece of knowledge to a diagram.
- Making careless mistakes when selecting answers presented in a table.
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Tags: Lower Primary (7-10), mathematics, Upper Primary (10-12)