Which of these items usually uses mains electricity? a) Torch b) Remote control c) Washing machine d) Battery
c) Washing machine
What do we call the device that stores energy and can power small electrical items? a) Plug b) Bulb c) Battery d) Wire
c) Battery
Where is electricity made before it comes to our homes? a) Supermarket b) Power station c) School d) Hospital
b) Power station
What is the name for the tall towers that hold up cables carrying electricity? a) Pylons b) Plugs c) Switches d) Wires
a) Pylons
How can we recharge some batteries? a) By putting them in water b) By shaking them c) By leaving them in the sun d) By plugging them into the mains
d) By plugging them into the mains
What is an electric shock? a) When a light turns on b) When an electrical current enters the body c) When you touch a cold wire d) When a battery runs out
b) When an electrical current enters the body
Which of these is a safety rule at home? a) Touch plug sockets b) Put many plugs into one socket c) Keep water away from electrical items d) Use damaged wires
c) Keep water away from electrical items
Which item works with batteries? a) Fridge b) Kettle c) Remote control d) Washing machine
c) Remote control
What do you need to turn on a light? a) A switch b) A wire c) A battery d) A plug
a) A switch
What are pylons used for? a) To store electricity b) To hold up cables c) To make batteries d) To turn on lights
b) To hold up cables
What can happen if you put too many plugs into one socket? a) Nothing b) The lights get brighter c) It can cause a fire d) The electricity stops
c) It can cause a fire
What is an appliance? a) A kind of wire b) A light switch c) A type of battery d) An electrical device used at home
d) An electrical device used at home
What is a plug socket used for? a) To make sound b) To connect electrical appliances to mains electricity c) To store energy d) To block electricity
b) To connect electrical appliances to mains electricity
What can happen if you touch a damaged electrical wire? a) You can get an electric shock b) Nothing c) The light turns on d) The appliance works better
a) You can get an electric shock
Translate “провод” into English.
Wire
Translate “опора ЛЭП” into English.
Pylon
