Mirrors and shiny surfaces bounce light

Question 1

Could you see a clear reflection in this: a polished metal tray?

• A. reflects light well (shiny and smooth)
• B. does not reflect well (dull or rough)

Question 2

How can you use a mirror to light up a dark corner with sunlight?

• A. Cover the mirror with paper.
• B. Tilt the mirror so the sunlight bounces into the corner.
• C. Break the mirror into pieces.
• D. Put the mirror in the dark corner facing the wall.

Question 3

True or false? A mirror changes the direction of light.

• A. True
• B. False

Question 4

Could you see a clear reflection in this: a shiny spoon?

• A. reflects light well (shiny and smooth)
• B. does not reflect well (dull or rough)

Question 5

Why do cars have mirrors?

• A. to keep the sun off
• B. so drivers can see what is behind them
• C. to make the car brighter at night
• D. to make the car faster

Question 6

True or false? A mirror changes the direction of light.

• A. True
• B. False

Question 7

Could you see a clear reflection in this: a shop window at night?

• A. reflects light well (shiny and smooth)
• B. does not reflect well (dull or rough)

Question 8

Why does a dentist use a tiny mirror?

• A. to make your teeth white
• B. to see the backs of your teeth
• C. to scare germs away
• D. to keep your mouth warm

Question 9

True or false? A mirror works in a totally dark room.

• A. True
• B. False

Question 10

Could you see a clear reflection in this: a shiny spoon?

• A. reflects light well (shiny and smooth)
• B. does not reflect well (dull or rough)

Question 11

How can you use a mirror to light up a dark corner with sunlight?

• A. Tilt the mirror so the sunlight bounces into the corner.
• B. Break the mirror into pieces.
• C. Put the mirror in the dark corner facing the wall.
• D. Cover the mirror with paper.

Question 12

True or false? A mirror makes its own light.

• A. True
• B. False

Question 13

Could you see a clear reflection in this: tree bark?

• A. reflects light well (shiny and smooth)
• B. does not reflect well (dull or rough)

Question 14

Road signs and bike reflectors glow when headlights shine on them. Why?

• A. They reflect the light straight back towards the driver.
• B. They are hot.
• C. They store sunlight from the day.
• D. They have batteries inside.

Question 15

True or false? You can see your reflection clearly in a woolly jumper (sweater).

• A. True
• B. False

Question 16

Could you see a clear reflection in this: a paper bag?

• A. reflects light well (shiny and smooth)
• B. does not reflect well (dull or rough)