Updated on April 21, 2023
by Tiwari Academy
by Tiwari Academy
Class 6 Science Chapter 9 MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) of Electricity and Circuit. All the MCQs are helpful for the revision of chapter and doubt clearing. These MCQs includes all the questions from intext paragraphs and objective questions from exercises. These MCQ quiz guaranteed a good score in exams based on chapter 9 of standard 6 science.
Class 6 Science Chapter 9 MCQ Online Test for 2025-26
| Class: 6 | Science |
| Chapter: 9 | Electricity and Circuit |
| Contents: | MCQ Online Test with answers |
Class 6 Science Chapter 9 MCQ Test with Answers
Q1
Choose the incorrect statements.
[A]. A switch is the source of electric current in a circuit.
[B]. A switch helps to complete or break the circuit.
[C]. A switch helps us to use electricity as per our requirement.
[D]. When the switch is open, there is an air gap between its terminals.
Q2
In an electric bulb, light is produced due to the glowing of
[A]. The glass case of the bulb
[B]. The thin filament
[C]. The thick wires supporting the filament
[D]. Gases inside glass case of the bulb
Q3
A torch bulb will normally work on 4.5-volt electricity is connected to domestic electricity supply of 220 volts. Which of the following will happen to this torch bulb?
[A]. It will grow very brightly
[B]. It will grow very dimly
[C]. It will not glow
[D]. It will get fused
Q4
Filament of a torch bulb is:
[A]. A metal case
[B]. Metal tip at the centre of the base
[C]. Two thick wires
[D]. A thin wire
Q5
The torch bulb does not glow in a complete circuit in which of the following is included. This one is:
[A]. Paper clip
[B]. Aluminium foil
[C]. Mica sheet
[D]. Pencil lead
Q6
Which of the following statement is or are correct?
[A]. Electricity is a very clean form of energy.
[B]. We use electricity to run many appliances on machines in our day to day life which make our work easier.
[C]. Electricity is produced at power stations which is also known as power plants.
[D]. All the above
Q7
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
[A]. Although the electricity is very useful but it can also be very dangerous
[B]. If electric wires and electrical appliances are handled carelessly, then a person get can get electric shock which may cause severe burns and even death.
[C]. We should never use electricity from power points are sockets in our home for school for performing science experiments because it is very unsafe and dangerous to do so.
[D]. All the above
Q8
Read the following sentences carefully, and choose the incorrect one:
[A]. We can use an electric cell to get electricity that is safe for performing experiments.
[B]. A single electric cell usually provides only 1.5 volt of electricity whereas the electricity from power stations which is used in our homes is at 220 volts.
[C]. Cells and batteries are available in the market in different shapes and sizes depending on their use.
[D]. None of the above
Q9
One of the following is a conductor of electricity. This one is:
[A]. Graphite
[B]. Granite
[C]. Ceramics
[D]. Thermocol
Q10
Which of the following is not an insulator?
[A]. Bakelite
[B]. Brass
[C]. Porcelain
[D]. Mica
Q11
Ravindra is doing his homework which is given by his teacher. Would you help him to choose the incorrect sentences?
[A]. We should never join the two (positive and negative) terminals of a cell directly by a wire.
[B]. The small electric bulb which produces light when a torch is switched on is called a torch bulb.
[C]. The thin wire inside the bulb is called filament of the bulb.
[D]. It is the silver of the bulb which glows when electricity from a cell is passed through it.
Q12
Aayushi is completed her science chapter where she wrote some statements. She wants to know whether the statements are correct or not? Aayushi wants to take help from you:
[A]. The metal tip at the base of the bulb and the metal case of the bulb are two terminals of the torch bulb.
[B]. When electricity or electric current from the cell passes through the filament of the bulb, the filament does not affect.
[C]. The heating effect produced by electricity from the cell which makes a torch bulb work and produce light.
[D]. The small amount of electricity produced by one or two dry cells can light up only a small electric bulb like a torch bulb.
Q13
The part of a torch bulb which gives off light is the:
[A]. Glass
[B]. Filament
[C]. Base
[D]. Metal cover
Q14
Sakshi is writing some statements but she confused to know whether the statements are correct or not? If you know the answer to this question, then tell her:
[A]. The electric circuit in which there is no gap in the connection between the terminals of the cell wires and bulb etc., is called a complete circuit and closed circuit.
[B]. In an electric circuit, the direction of flow of electricity is taken to be form the positive terminal of the cell to the negative terminal of the cell.
[C]. The electric circuit in which there is a gap in the connection between the terminals of the cell, wires and the bulb etc., is called an open circuit or incomplete circuit.
[D]. All the above.
Q15
When electricity passes through a bulb it gives off:
[A]. Sound and light
[B]. Light only
[C]. Light and electricity
[D]. Light and heat
Q16
In the last year board examination, Rahul were asked a question where he had to choose the statement which was/were incorrect? Will you be able to answer this question?
[A]. When the filament or thin wire of a bulb gets broken, the bulb is said to be fused.
[B]. If we make a circuit using cotton threads or jute strings then the bulb will glow.
[C]. The switch is a simple device which is used to “open” or “close” a circuit
[D]. None of the above
Q18
In a quiz competition, you are asked a question where you have to choose the statement which is / are incorrect?
[A]. Due to complete circuit, electricity starts flowing in the circuit and electrical appliances will start working.
[B]. The purpose of using a switch is to “turn on” or “turn off” an electrical appliance by closing the circuit or opening the circuit respectively.
[C]. Some of the electrical appliances are torch, radio set, table lamp etc.
[D]. Electricity does not flow through an open circuit and close circuit.
Q19
One of the following is needed to run a radio. This is:
[A]. Heat
[B]. Electricity
[C]. Light
[D]. Petrol
Q20
Recently, in a science class test, you are asked a question where you have to say whether the statements are correct or not?
[A]. We can make a simple switch by using a small sheet of thermocol.
[B]. The circuit is open and hence low current can flow.
[C]. The safety pins and wires all are made of metal and hence they are conductors of electricity.
[D]. All the above.
Q21
Raj is doing his homework which is given by his teacher. Would you help him to choose the correct sentences?
[A]. A non-metal called carbon in the form of graphite and diamond is also a conductor of electricity.
[B]. The human body is also high conductor of electricity.
[C]. Distilled water also conduct electricity.
[D]. None of the above
Q22
In the last year board examination, Rahul were asked a question where he had to choose the statement which was/were correct? Will you be able to answer this question?
[A]. Those materials which allow electric current to pass through them are called insulators.
[B]. Rubber, air, water, wood, plastics (like polyethylene, PVC), asbestos all are examples of insulators.
[C]. A candle (made of wax), thermocol and glass bangle are non-insulators.
[D]. None of the above
Q23
Priyanka is writing some statements, choose the incorrect statement and help him:
[A]. All the objects made of insulator materials are also insulators.
[B]. A torch gates electricity from the cell kept inside it.
[C]. No electricity passes through the broken filament or a fused bulb
[D]. None of the above
Q24
A torch is not functioning, through contact points in the thoughts are in working condition. What can be the possible reason for this? Choose the correct one(s):
[A]. The torch bulb may be fused.
[B]. The cells may be discharged.
[C]. The connecting wires may be broken up.
[D]. All the above
Q25
Shekhar appeared in class test but he confused to know the incorrect statement. Would you help him to know that?
[A]. The positive terminal of electric cell is marked plus (+).
[B]. The negative terminal of the electric cell is marked minus (-).
[C]. We should not join the two terminals (positive and negative) of a cell directly by a wire.
[D]. The electric cell is a cylindrical device having a small metal cap on one side which is negative terminal.
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Last Edited: April 21, 2023
