Here’s a complete sample question paper for Chapter 4 – Exploring Magnets (Class 6 Science) from Bodhiclasses, including a mix of question types and a detailed answer sheet with clear solutions.
Sample Question Paper on Exploring Magnets
Subject: Science
Grade: 6
Chapter: 4 – Exploring Magnets
Total Marks: 20
Time: 40 minutes
Section A: True or False (1 mark each × 5 = 5 marks)
Write T for True and F for False.
- Magnetic materials can also be non-metallic.
- The magnetic compass needle is made of plastic.
- Like poles of a magnet always attract.
- A freely suspended magnet aligns itself east-west.
- The strength of a magnet is equal at all parts of the magnet.
Section B: One Mark Questions (1 mark each × 10 = 10 marks)
Answer the following in one word or one sentence:
- Name two materials that are not attracted to magnets.
- What is the end of the compass needle that points north called?
- Where is the magnetic force of a bar magnet strongest?
- Give one use of magnets in everyday life.
- What is a natural magnet called?
- Name the two poles of a magnet.
- How does a magnetic compass help in navigation?
- Can magnetism pass through glass?
- Name any one device that uses a magnet.
- What will happen if you bring the north pole of one magnet close to the north pole of another magnet?
Section C: Two Marks Questions (2 marks each × 5 = 10 marks)
Answer briefly:
- What is meant by magnetic and non-magnetic materials? Give one example of each.
- Explain what happens when a magnet is broken into two pieces.
- How can you make a simple magnetic compass at home using a needle and cork?
- State two differences between artificial and natural magnets.
- Why does a compass needle always settle in the north-south direction?
Section D: Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) Questions (2 marks each × 2 = 4 marks)
- You are given three bars—A, B, and C. One is a magnet, and the other two are made of iron. How would you identify the magnet using only these three?
- A student tries to pick up a coin using a magnet, but it doesn’t work. Explain two reasons why this might happen.
Answer Sheet with Solutions
Section A: True or False
- False – Magnetic materials are typically metallic.
- False – The compass needle is made of a magnetised metal.
- False – Like poles repel each other.
- False – A freely suspended magnet aligns north-south.
- False – Magnetic force is strongest at the poles.
Section B: One Mark Questions
- Wood, plastic
- North-seeking pole
- At the poles (ends)
- Used in refrigerator doors
- Lodestone
- North pole and South pole
- It always points north, helping determine direction
- Yes
- Speaker, fridge, compass (any one)
- They will repel each other.
Section C: Two Marks Questions
- Magnetic materials are attracted to magnets (e.g., iron). Non-magnetic materials are not attracted (e.g., rubber).
- If a magnet is broken into two, both pieces become magnets with their own North and South poles.
- Magnetise a needle by rubbing it with a magnet. Pass the needle through cork, float in water. It points north-south like a compass.
- Natural magnets occur in nature (e.g., lodestone). Artificial magnets are man-made and come in various shapes.
- Because the Earth acts like a giant magnet and the magnet aligns with the Earth’s magnetic field.
Section D: HOTS Questions
- Place A near B and C one by one. If there is repulsion, A is the magnet because repulsion occurs only between magnets, not between a magnet and iron.
- Possible reasons:
(i) The coin is made of a non-magnetic metal (like aluminium or copper).
(ii) The magnet used is too weak or demagnetised.
