SCIENCE

Modified Strategic Intervention Material

Quarter 1 Week 7
Special Science Elmentary School – Grade Eight

Modified Strategic Intervention Materials

Grade 8– Quarter 1: Week 7:
-Series and parallel circuits
-Advantages and Disadvantages of Series and Parallel Circuits
-Safety in Using Electricity
-Plug into Safety

Development Team

Author/s: Josiebel S. Nuestro

Ines C. Ayson
Cover Art Illustrator: Erich D. Garcia
Reviewer: Paz I. Canlas
Editor: Paz I. Canlas
Layout: Mark Jeremy D. Roque

Management Team

Zenia G. Mostoles EdD, CESOV, Schools Division Superintendent

Celia R. Lacanlale PhD, Chief CID
Paz I. Canlas, Education Program Supervisor in Science

Department of Education – Division of Pampanga

Office Address: High School Boulevard, Brgy. Lourdes,

San Fernando City, Pampanga

Landline Number: (045) 435-27-28

Email Address: [email protected]

 TITLE CARD

Learning Competency: Explain the advantages and disadvantages of series and

parallel connections in home

Prepared by:

Josiebel S. Nuestro
Teacher I
Betis High School
Guagua, Pampanga

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 GUIDE CARD

A. Introduction

B. Learning Competency
● S8FE-li-31: Differentiate series from parallel connections

C. Pre-test
Directions: Read each item carefully. Choose the best answer from the given choices.
Write the letter of the correct answer in your science notebook.

1. Five bulbs are connected in series and there is a current of 2A going into the first
bulb. How much current is flowing through the second bulb?
A. 2A B. 4A C. 6A D. 8A

2. In which of the following situations will the light bulb light?

3. It is a closed circuit in which the current follows one path.

A. current circuit B. parallel circuit C. series circuit D. voltage circuit

4. Which is true about current in a series circuit?

A. A closed circuit has no current
B. An open circuit has current
C. Current is the same in every part of the circuit
D. Current is measured in watts per hour

5. What happens to the brightness of bulbs in a series circuit when more light bulbs are
added?
A. Brighter B. Dimmer C. No light D. Same
6. As more bulbs are put into a parallel circuit, what happens to the overall current in
the circuit?

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A. Decreases B. Increases C. Nothing happens D. Stays the same

7. In a parallel circuit, if one of the light bulbs blew out what happens to the remaining
bulbs?
A. Burn up B. Heat up C. Light out D. Stay on
8. In a series circuit, if one bulb goes out, what happens to the other bulbs?
A. Burn up B. Heat up B. Light out C. Stay on

9. It is described as the path which electric current takes.

A. Electric circuit B. Fuse C. Resistance D. Voltage

10. A parallel circuit differs from a series circuit because in a parallel circuit, the current
has ____________.
A. fewer paths B. no path C. one path D. two or more paths
D. Review

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ACTIVITY CARD 1

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ACTIVITY CARD 2

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 ACTIVITY CARD 3
Directions: Using the corresponding figures, answer the following questions. Write your
answer on your science notebook
Hint: If you have difficulty identifying the circuit as series or parallel, always look at the
arrangement of the bulbs. Don’t mind the voltmeter!
Current in Series and Parallel Circuits
Figure A Figure B

1. What type of circuit is Figure A? 1. What type of circuit is Figure B?

2. In Figure A, how much current is 2. In Figure B, how much current is
flowing in: flowing in:
● Total current (A1) ● Total current (A1)
_________ _________
● Bulb1 ● Bulb1
(B1)____________________ (B1)_________________
● Bulb 2 (B2) ___
____________________ ● Bulb 2 (B2)
____________________
Voltage in Series and Parallel Circuits
Figure C Figure D

1. What type of circuit is Figure C? 1. What type of circuit is Figure D?

2. In Figure C, how much voltage is 2. In Figure D, how much voltage
flowing in: is flowing in:
● Total voltage (V1) ● Total voltage (V1)
_________ _________
● Bulb1 ● Bulb1
(B1)____________________ (B1)_________________
● Bulb 2 (B2) ___
____________________ ● Bulb 2 (B2)
____________________

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 ENRICHMENT CARD 1
Directions: Identify which of these circuits are parallel circuits and which are series
circuits. Write P on your science notebook if the circuit diagram represents a parallel
circuit and S if it represents a series circuit.
Hint: Follow the path of the current flow from negative to the positive side of the battery.
If the current flows in a single path, it is a series circuit. If the current flows in two or more
paths, it is a parallel circuit. In circuit diagrams, the longer line is the positive side and the
shorter line is the negative side.

1. 2.

3. 4.

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5. 6

7. 8.

9. 10.

ENRICHMENT CARD 2
SET A. Directions: Write on your science notebook whether the circuit is series or
parallel. In the given ammeter reading, fill the gaps with the correct answer.

1
2
.

3. 4.

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5.

SET B. Directions: Write on your science notebook whether the circuit is series or
parallel. In the given voltmeter reading, fill the gaps with the correct answer.

1.
2.

3.
4.

5.

REFLECTION CARD
Three (3) things I learned from the lesson:

1.
2.
3.
Two (2) interesting facts:

1.
2.
One (1) question I still have:

1.

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 ASSESSMENT CARD 1
A. Directions: Read each item carefully. Choose the best answer from the given
choices. Write the letter of the correct answer in your science notebook.

1. In an electrical circuit, the wires are the _________________.

A. conductor B. insulator C. load D. switch
2. In an electrical circuit, the current will reach the device if the _________________.
A. the switch is open C. there is a conductor
B. the switch is closed D. there is an insulator
3. Decreasing electrical current for fragile devices (without breaking the flow of
power) is done by a _________________.
A. conductor B. insulator C. resistor D. switch
4. A simple electrical circuit needs all these components EXCEPT:
A. conductor B. energy source C. fuse D. load
5. The difference between a series and a parallel circuit is that the series circuit:
A. continues to work one load breaks C. joined end to end
B. has branching paths D. wire most houses
6. Which material would make the best conductor?
A. metal B. plastic C. rubber D. wood
7. In an electrical circuit, the bulb is the:
A. conductor B. energy source C. fuse D. load
8. Two bulbs are connected in a series circuit. One bulb blows out, what will happen to
the other bulb?
A. also blows B. gets brighter C. gets dimmer D. light out

For questions 9-15, choose the correct answer with the choices below

A. It decreases C. It is the same

B. It increases D. It splits

9. Which statement describes current in a series circuit?

10. Which statement describes voltage in a series circuit?
11. What happens to the total resistance if one bulb is added in a series circuit?
12. Which statement describes current in a parallel circuit?
13. Which statement describes the voltage in a parallel circuit?
14. What happens to the total resistance if one bulb is added in a parallel circuit?
15. If resistance is increased, what happens to the current?

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 ASSESSMENT CARD 2
Directions: Fill in the boxes with the correct term. Write your answer in your science
notebook.

ACROSS: Answer should be written horizontally.

1. An instrument for measuring electric potential in volts.
3. It is a measure of how much a conductor prevents the flow of electrons.
5. An instrument for measuring electric current in amperes.
7. The current in parallel circuit ___________ into different branches then combines
again before it goes back into the energy source.
9. What is the voltage reading in V1?

DOWN: Answer should be written vertically.

2. It is the rate of flow of electric charge.
4. It has only one path to follow.
6. It is the potential difference in charge between two points on a circuit.
8. In series circuit, ___________ current flows through all the components in the circuit.
10. Adding more bulbs in a parallel circuit will ___________ the resistance.

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 REFERENCE CARD
Bibliography
8 Science Learner’s Material Department of Education
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/z437hyc/test
https://www.yenka.com/activities/Voltage_in_Series_and_Parallel_Circuits_-_Activity/
https://makercamp.com/project-paths/light-it-up/
https://www.diffen.com/difference/Current_vs_Voltage

ANSWER CARD
Pretest Parallel Circuit
1. A
2. D
3. C
4. C
5. B
6. B
7. C
8. B
9. A
10. D

Activity 1
1. D If a light bulb is missing or broken in
2. C a parallel circuit, the other bulb still
3. E glows because the electron can
4. G take multiple paths to form the
5. A negative to the positive side of the
6. B battery.
7. F
Activity 3
Activity 2 Figure A
Series Circuit 1. Parallel circuit
2. 4A
3. 2A
4. 2A
Figure B
1. Series circuit
2. 0.5A
3. 0.5A
4. 0.5A
If a light bulb is missing or broken in a Figure C
series circuit, the other bulb will not 1. Parallel circuit
glow because the path of electron 2. 9V
flow is interrupted. Series circuit has a 3. 9V
single path so breaking the circuit will 4. 9V
break the flow of electrons.

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Enrichment 1 Figure D
1. P 1. Series circuit
2. S 2. 9V
3. S 3. 4.5V
4. P 4. 4.5V
5. P
6. S
7. S
8. S
9. P
10. P

Enrichment 2
SET A
1. 0.5A
2. 0.45A
3. 0.7A
4. 7A
5. 0.4A
SET B
1. 6V
2. 9V
3. 12V
4. 9V
5. 12V

Assessment Card 1
1. A
2. B
3. C
4. C
5. C
6. A
7. D
8. D
9. C
10. D
11. B
12. D
13. C
14. A
15. A

Assessment Card 2
ACROSS
1. VOLTMETER
3. RESISTANCE
5. AMMETER
7. SPLITS
9. TWELVE
DOWN

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 2. CURRENT
4. SERIES
6. VOLTAGE
8. SAME
10. INCREASE

DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT

Making Paper Circuits at Home

What will you need?
● 4 LED lights (if you don’t have LED lights, use old Christmas LED)
● 3 coin cell batteries, 3V (CR2032)
● Copper tape (if no copper tape, use aluminum foil)
● Construction paper
● Scissors
● Clear tape
● Binder clips
● Coloring pen, pencils or markers
What to do?
1. Take a construction paper.
Draw the diagram.

2. Place the copper tape so it

follows the lines in the diagram.

3. Attach the LED lights. Connect

the negative side of the battery to
the negative side of the LED light
(the shorter leg is the negative)
and the positive side of the
battery to the positive side of the
LED light (the longer leg is the
positive).
4. Add the battery. Place the
battery negative side down. Fold
over the corner of the paper so
that the copper tape going to the
positive circle touches the
battery.

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5. Complete the circuit. Use a
binder clip to hold the circuit in
place. Check that the copper
tape is running to both sides of the
battery and the LED with no
breaks, and that the two tape
lines don’t touch each other.
● PARALLEL CIRCUIT: To make
a parallel circuit, add the
lights so each has its own
row. Make sure to connect
the positive ends of all the ●
LEDs to the positive side of
the battery.
● SERIES CIRCUIT: To make a
series circuit, place the
lights in a single loop,
connecting the positive end
of one LED to the negative
end of the other. For a ●
series circuit, you need
more batteries to power
more lights—one for each
light.

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TITLE CARD

Josiebel S. Nuestro
Teacher I
Betis High School

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 GUIDE CARD

A. Introduction

B. Learning Competency
● S8FE-li-31: Identify the advantages and disadvantages of the kinds of
connections.

C. Pre-test
1. In an electrical circuit, the electrons move from the _____________.
A. negative to negative C. positive to positive
B. negative to positive D. positive to negative
2. It happens when the exposed parts of the electrical wires touch one another.
A. current break C. short circuit
B. fire alarm D. overload component
3. What happens when the current exceeds the wire’s current rating?
A. circuit overload s C. short circuit
B. resistor blows up D. voltage drop
4. Current is _____________ proportional to voltage but _____________ to resistance.
A. directly; directly C. inversely, directly
B. directly; inversely D. inversely, inversely
5. What type of circuit do we use in our home appliances?
A. closed circuit C. series circuit
B. open circuit D. parallel circuit
6. If you want to set up individual switches for your light bulbs, what type of circuit are
you going to make?
A. closed circuit C. series circuit
B. open circuit D. parallel circuit
7. Which type of circuit can be used as a current regulator?
A. closed circuit C. series circuit
B. open circuit D. parallel circuit
8. In series connection, the total voltage is _____________ to the sum of the voltages
across each load.
A. different B. divided C. equal D. even

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9. What type of circuit are you going to make if you want to turn off all the lights in your
garage all at once?
A. closed circuit C. series circuit
B. open circuit D. parallel circuit
10. This type of circuit is preferred because it becomes easy to connect or disconnect
appliances without affecting the working of the other devices at home.
A. closed circuit C. series circuit
B. open circuit D. parallel circuit

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 ACTIVITY CARD 1
Directions: Write YES for the circuits that will light the bulb up and NO for the circuits
that will not light the bulb up. Give your reasons.

ACTIVITY CARD 2

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Directions: For a black-and-white bitmap, a black pixel is represented with 0 and white
pixel with 1. Use the cracked letter code to complete the statement. Use a pencil in
shading the black bitmap and write your answers in your science notebook.

Example:

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 ACTIVITY CARD 3
Directions: To finish the game, answer the questions correctly. Each answer will have a
corresponding number how many steps you can take. The steps are enclosed by a
parenthesis next to the choice.

Series (1 Step) Parallel (3 Steps) 1. Have multiple paths

Series (6 Steps) Parallel (9 Steps) 2. If one component is broken, the rest will not
work
Series (2 Steps) Parallel (4 Steps) 3. Can be set up with individual switches
Series (3 Step) Parallel (7 Steps) 4. Bulbs become dimmer when another one is
added.
Series (5 Step) Parallel (8 Steps) 5. Current is the same at any point in the circuit.

ENRICHMENT CARD 1

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Directions: Identify which of these circuits are parallel circuits and which are series
circuits. Write P on your science notebook if the circuit diagram represents a parallel
circuit and S if it represents a series circuit.

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 ENRICHMENT CARD 2
Directions: Given the following elements:
● Draw a series and parallel circuit in your science notebook. Correctly
connect the components by drawing wires.

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 REFLECTION CARD
Three (3) things I learned from the lesson:

1.

2.

3.

Two (2) interesting facts:

1.

2.

One (1) question I still have:

1.

ASSESSMENT CARD 1

Directions: Read each item carefully. Write your answer in your science notebook. Use
the following legend.

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1. If one appliance is fused, the current continues to flow.
2. All appliances work efficiently because there is the same voltage to every source.
3. If fault happens in one appliance, all the components stop working.
4. It acts as a current regulator.
5. Each component can have their own switches which mean you can turn on and off
appliances independently.
6. It requires use of a lot of wires.
7. Do not overheat easily.
8. The bulbs become dimmer if another bulb is added.
9. It is used in fuses and circuit breakers to control the flow of current.
10. It is prone to circuit overload because of the same voltage in each load.

ASSESSMENT CARD 2
Directions: Read each statement below carefully. Write FACT if you think the statement
is true. Write BLUFF if you think the statement is false.

1. The total current in series connection is the same as current in individual load.
2. The total resistance in parallel circuits increases with increasing load.
3. The total voltage in parallel connection is the same anywhere across two points in
the circuit.
4. The total current in parallel connection is equal to the sum of the current in
individual loads.
5. The total resistance in series connection decreases with increasing load.
6. The total voltage in parallel connection is equal to the sum of the voltages across
each load.
7. The unit of current is ohm.
8. A voltmeter must be connected in parallel as it measures the potential difference
across the component.
9. The ammeter must be connected in series as it measures the current through it.
10. Short circuit happens when current exceeds the wire’s current rating.

REFERENCE CARD
Bibliography
8 Science Learner’s Material Department of Education
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 ANSWER CARD
Pretest
1. B
2. C
3. A
4. B
5. D
6. D
7. C Enrichment Card 1
8. C 1. S
9. C 2. S
10. D 3. P
4. S
Activity 1 5. P
1. NO 6. P
● Electron flows 7. S
from negative 8. P
to the positive 9. P
side of the 10. S
battery.
2. YES Enrichment Card 2
● Closed, Series Circuit
complete
circuit.
3. NO
● Positive side of
the battery is
not connected. 1.
4. YES
● Closed,
complete series
circuit.
5. NO
● No supply or
energy source
such as a
battery.
6. YES 2.
● Closed,
complete Advantages of Series Circuit
parallel circuit. 1. It can act as current regulator.
2. Do not overheat easily.
Activity 2 Disadvantages of Series Circuit
1. SUM 1. If fault happens in one appliance, all the
2. SAME components stop working.
2. The bulbs are dimmer.
Activity 3
1. Parallel Assessment Card 1
2. Series 1.
3. Parallel

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 4. Series 2.
5. Series

3.

Parallel Circuit
4.
1.

5.

6.

7.

8.
2.

9.

10.

Assessment Card 2
1. FACT
2. BLUFF
Advantages of Parallel 3. FACT
Circuit 4. FACT
1. If one appliance is fused, 5. BLUFF
the current continues to 6. BLUFF
flow. 7. BLUFF
2. The bulbs are brighter. 8. FACT
Disadvantages of Parallel 9. FACT
Circuit 10. BLUFF
1. It requires a lot of wires.
2. It is prone to circuit
overload.

Situation: If you want to

connect a switch in a
parallel circuit, show a
drawing of the correct
connections using the
elements below. Color the
bulbs with yellow if you think
they will glow.

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 Title Card

Electricity a great friend or a

deadly enemy…

Level : Grade 8

Quarter 1: Safety in Using Electricity

PREPARED BY

Ines C. Ayson

Pulung Santol National High School

Porac, Pampanga

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 Guide Card

Hello there!

I am Teacher Cedif . Today’s

lesson is all about Electrical Safety
devices at home.

LEARNING COMPETENCY:
Explain the functions of different safety
devices in our houses such as breakers,
fuses, earthing, and insulation.

CONTENT STANDARD:
Explain the functions of circuit breakers
,fuses, earthing, double insulation and
other safety devices at home.

Electricity is incredibly useful energy

resource and essential in modern life.
However, it can also be hazardous if not used
carefully. The voltage and available current in
regular home or business has enough power
to cause death by electric shocks or fire. Use
of electrical safety devices like circuit
breakers, earthing, fuses and insulation help
to protect us from electrical injury.

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 What Do You Already Know?

Let us determine how much you already

know about electrical safety devices.
Take this test.

PRETEST

Read the statement carefully and identify what is being described or defined
1. Which of the following problems can faulty electrical equipment cause?
a. Explosion b. Fire c. Shock d. All of the above.
2. An electrical safety device that has the capability to protect an electric circuit from
excessive electric current and be destroyed during overload conditions.
a. Circuit breaker b. Double Insulation c. Earthing d. Short Circuit
3. Which of the following statements is true?
a. The function of a fuse or circuit breaker is to interrupt the flow of
electricity if the circuit becomes "overloaded"
b. It's cheaper to install circuit breakers than fuses.
c. You can replace a smaller fuse with a larger fuse.
d. You can always use something other than a fuse to replace
a fuse.
4. The following statements are true EXCEPT.
a. Black color wire is used for grounding and for earthing the green
color wire is used.
b. Earthing protect the equipment and human from an
electrical shock.
c. In grounding the current carrying part like neutral is directly
connected to the ground
d. In earthing the equipment is not physically connected to
the ground.
5. It prevents a circuit from overloading.
a. circuit breaker b. earthing c. insulation d. grounding
6. A safety device that protect electric circuits from overload but are
not destroyed when activated.
a. Circuit breaker b. Double Insulation c. Fuse d. Short Circuit

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7. The best material used for insulation.
a. cloth b metal c. plastic or rubber d. PVC
8. It protects the user of the appliance from an electrical shock by
preventing any possibility of the external casing becoming live
through rubber or plastic coating.
a. Circuit breaker b. Double insulation c. Fuse d. Grounding
9.The act of connecting the metal casing of the appliance to earth via
a wired connection to the bare ground.
a. Circuit breaker b. Double insulation c. Earthing d. Grounding
10. What are the two core cables in double insulation wire?
a. live and positive c. positive and neutral
b. neutral and live d. two positive

Self Check ! Check your understanding whether to proceed or

skip the module:
100% correct - skip the module
50 % to 90% correct –proceed with the module

Activity Card 1

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6. ______________________ 7. _______________________ 8._______________________

9. _________________________ 10. __________________________

Activity Card 2

Electrical Safety Device

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 Across Down
2 color of wire used for 1 best material used for
. grounding . insulation
5 has the capability to 3 color wire is used for
. protect an electric circuit . earthing
from excessive electric 4 condition of being
current during overload . protected from or unlikely to
7 energy resulting from the cause danger, risk, or injury
. existence of charged 6 severe injury by electric
particles . shock
9 protect electric circuits but 8 protects the user of the
. are not destroyed when . appliance from an electrical
activated shock by preventing any
1 protect the equipment and possibility of the external
0 human from an electrical casing becoming live
. shock.

Activity Card 3

Draw a simple floor plan

of your house and locate
circuit breakers, fuses,
grounding, earthing and
double insulation within
your house.

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 Hi there! Let us keep in mind that electric energy is central to our
quality of life and virtually everything we do depends on it one way or
another. Electricity can kill or severely injure people and cause damage
to property, however this can be prevented by knowing safety devices
to significantly reduce the risk of injury to you and others around you.
This section provides us with different electrical devices at home.

Sir Cedif, can you show us what are

the different safety devices at home
and their function.

The main hazards of working with electricity are:

1. electric shock or electrocution

2. injury from exposure to arcing, fire from faulty electrical
equipment or installations
3. explosion caused by unsuitable electrical apparatus
or static electricity igniting flammable vapors or
dusts

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Electrical Safety devices
1. Circuit breaker - has the capability to protect an electric circuit
from excessive electric current during overload or short circuit. Its
basic function is to interrupt current flow after a fault is detected.

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2. Fuse - protect electric circuits but are not destroyed when
activated. Its essential component is a metal wire or strip that melts
when too much current flows through it, thereby stopping or
interrupting the current.

3. Double insulation – protects the user of the appliance from an

electric shock by preventing any possibility of the external casing
becoming live, the live wire cannot touch the casing even if wires
inside become loose. Insulation can be in plastic or rubber
material. Voltage overloading may cause sparks or insulation failure

4. Earthing – the act of connecting the metal casing of the

appliance to earth via wired connection to bare ground. It has
usually green and yellow bands around them and protects the
equipment and human from an electrical shock.

5. Grounding- the current connecting part is connected to the

ground. Usually uses black wire.

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 Enrichment Card 1

How many words that tell about electrical safety devices can you track down on
these hexagons? Write your answer on the blank and tell something about the word
that is formed.

G N
O I U
B D L T
A H K
F S E
R C
1. ____________________ - ______________________________________________________
2. ____________________- ______________________________________________________
3. ____________________ - ______________________________________________________
4. ____________________- _______________________________________________________
5. ____________________- _______________________________________________________
6. ____________________ - _______________________________________________________
7. ____________________ - ______________________________________________________
8. ____________________- _______________________________________________________
9. ____________________- _______________________________________________________
10. ___________________ - _______________________________________________________

Enrichment Card 2

Try this!

How can you blow the Fuse?

Begin by constructing the circuit shown using a dry cell, a light bulb and two alligator
clips. Pull a steel fiber out from a steel wool.

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Wrap the ends of the steel fiber around the alligator clips. Complete the circuit and
observe the steel fiber and the bulb. Write hypotheses to explain your observations.

Assessment Card 1

Identify what is being described in each statement.

________________________1. An electric safety device also known as earth wire which
protects people from electric shock.
________________________2. A safety device that protects people from current that
flows through an appliance so that the wire is not bare or exposed.
________________________3. Prevents the circuit from overloading it works by
continuously measuring the current in the circuit and if it rises above the maximum
current capacity.
________________________4. A safety device that is made up of strips of metal that melts
easily when there is overloading or overheating.
________________________5. A type of material that is best for insulation.
________________________6. A safety device forming metal casing of the appliance to
earth via wired connection to bare ground.
________________________7. A device usually in black wire where the current
connecting part is connected to the ground.
_______________________ 8. The two core cable connections of a double insulation wire.
_______________________9.Known as severe injury by electric shock or electric current
passing through the body.
_______________________10. The color of wire used for earthing.

Assessment Card 2

Write the word TRUE if the statement is true. Write FALSE if the statement is false.

____________________ 1. Electricity only travels through wires.

____________________ 2. You are more likely to experience an electric shock if you touch an
electric object with wet hands.
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____________________3. Cord or plug equipment should be double insulated.

____________________4. Electric shock can cause damage to tissue, muscle, and internal
organs.

____________________5. When working around electricity, you need tools and protective gears
that have no parts made of plastic.

____________________6. Before using anything electrical equipment, you should check

insulation, grounding, and connections.

___________________7. A fuse is a device that opens a circuit when the current flowing through
it exceeds the rating of the device.

__________________8. The purpose of grounding is to protect the equipment in case of high

voltage events such as lightning strikes.

__________________9. Circuit breakers must clearly indicate whether they are in ON and OFF
position

_________________10. Voltage overloading can lead to sparks or insulation failure.

Reflection Card

A small fuse like the one on the right is a

sacrificial material in an electrical design. It was

designed and placed in a circuit to interrupt

excessive current so that damage by overheating

can be prevented. We can compare life with a

circuit which requires protection from a “fuse”.

This fuse can be your parents ,teachers, siblings, front liners who are willing to risk
their lives just to ensure your safety, freedom and happiness.

Are you willing to play the role of a fuse being a “fuse” in order to
safeguard the lives of others?

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 Reference Card

https://www.hse.gov.uk/toolbox/electrical.htm

https://east-westelectric.com/5-electrical-safety-devices-for-home/

https://circuitglobe.com/difference-between-grounding-and-earthing.html

https://eliotsphysics.weebly.com/electrical-safety-devices.html

https://worksheets.theteacherscorner.net/make-your-own/word-scramble/
http://engineeringfeed.com/earthing-system
https://electricalpaathshala.com/2019/03/fuses/
Science links 2008 Marites D. Aquino
Ines C. Ayson

Pulung Santol National High School

Answer Card

PRETEST
1. D 6. A
2. A 7. C
3. A 8. B
4. D 9. C
5. D 10. B

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ACTIVITY CARD 1

EARTHING

FUSES
DOUBLE INSULATION

GROUNDING

CIRCUIT BREAKER

6.CIRCUIT BREAKER 7.EARTHING 8.DOUBLE INSULATION

9. FUSES 10. GROUNDING

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ACTIVITY CARD 2

ACTIVITY CARD 3
Simple floor plan of the house with safety devices
ENRICHMENT CARD 1
1. FUSE 6. INSULATION
2. BREAKER 7. BULB
3. GROUNDING 8. CIRCUIT
4. SAFETY
5. EARTHING
ENRICHMENT CARD 2
Post lab experiment
ASSESSMENT CARD
1. Earthing 6. Earthing
2. Double insulation 7. Grounding
3. Circuit Breaker 8. neutral and live
4. Fuse 9. Electrocution
5. Rubber or plastic 10. Green

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Title Card

Plug into safety!

by

Ines C. Ayson

Pulung Santol National High School

Porac, Pampanga

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 Guide Card

Hello there!
I’m your resource person for today. I’m
Johnny . Today you will learn about the dangers
of using electricity and some precautionary
measure in the use of electricity

LEARNING COMPETENCY:
Explain the functions of circuit breakers,
fuses, earthing , double insulation, and
other safety devices at home.

CONTENT STANDARD:
Identify the different dangers of using
electricity.
Cite precautionary measure in the use
of electricity

We rely mostly on electricity today whether at

home, office or at any workplace and this poses
potential electrical hazards. Fortunately, these
hazards can be eliminated or reduced by staying
aware and taking steps to eliminate their dangers.

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 Therefore, it's crucial that you understand how
to work with it safely. How much do you
already know? Test your knowledge with the
following quiz.

PRETEST
Multiple Choice . Read the statement carefully and identify what is being described or
defined. Write the letter of your choice on a separate sheet.
1) How does electricity move from one place to another?
a. Electricity travels through the air.
b. Electricity travels through conductors.
c. Electricity only travels through electrical wires.
d. Electricity travels through rubber.
2) What is the most common electric shock-related injury?
a. Blacking out b. Electrical burns c. High fever d. allergy
3) True or false: You are more likely to experience an electric shock if you touch an
electrical object with wet hands.
a. True b. False
4) True or false: Low voltage = Low hazard
a. True b. False
5) Which of these is required in wet areas like kitchens, bathrooms, basements and
outdoors?
a. Ground-fault circuit interrupter c. floor mats
b. Rotating electric outlet d. Tamper-resistant receptacle
6) Is it safe to run an extension cord under a carpet or along a baseboard for
permanent use?
a. Yes b. No
7) What is the proper way to unplug your electrical appliances from a power strip?
a. Simply pull the cord gently until the plug comes out.
b. Put your foot on the power strip to hold it steady while you pull the cord loose.
c. Use your hand to remove the plug, being careful not to pull on the cord.
d. Use pliers to pull out the cord.
8) Which of the following does NOT belong in a list of non-conductors, or items that do
not carry electricity?
a. Metal b. glass c. Dry (clean) wood b . Porcelain
9) If a friend receives a severe electric shock from an electrical appliance in your
home, what should your first response be?
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a. Grab the appliance and throw it aside so that you can tend to your friend.
b. Run to the circuit breaker and turn off the main switch.
c. Use a wooden broomstick to push the appliance away safely.
d. Cover the appliance with a damp cloth.
10) If you are doing an outdoor painting or roofing project and there are power lines
nearby, how much space should there be between you and the power lines in order
for you to stay safe?
a. You, your tools and ladders should be at least 10 feet away from the power lines.
b. You, your tools and ladders should be at least 20 feet away from the power lines.
c. You don’t have to worry about it because power lines are insulated, so you won’t
get shocked.
d. none of the above

Self Check ! Check your understanding whether to proceed or skip the

module:

100% correct - skip the module

50 % to 90% correct –proceed with the module

Activity Card 1

These are eight of the most dangerous electrical hazards that could arise in any home.
Choose from the words below to identify the different electrical hazards described in
each picture. Write your answer on a separate sheet.

DEFECTIVE ELECTRIC WIRES OUTLETS CLOSE TO WATER

WET HANDS POURING WATER ON ELECTRICAL FIRES
INQUISITIVE YOUNG CHILDREN EXTENSION CORDS
LIGHTBULBS COVERED ELECTRICAL CORDS AND WIRES

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1. 2. 3. 4.

5. 6. 7. 8.

Answers:

1. ___________________________________ 5.___________________________________

2. ___________________________________ 6. __________________________________

3. ___________________________________ 7. __________________________________

4. ___________________________________ 8. __________________________________

Activity Card 2

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 Activity Card 3

Use the words below to fill in the blanks. Use a separate sheet for your answer.

organs awareness caution

hazards heart and lungs shock

pain or trauma muscles or nerves accidents

seizures guidelines burns

caution burns
Electrical safety is a set of 1 ____________________ one must follow to
mitigate electrical 2 ________________and prevent its dangerous effects in case of an
incident. Unable to adhere to electrical safety can lead to 3 ______________ or even
fatalities. Identifying electrical hazards can help raise 4 _________________ of the risks,
their severity, and how it can harm people.

Dangers of electricity include a variety of hazards. Electricity at any

voltage can be dangerous and should always be approached with 5 _____________.
An electric 6 ___________ can occur upon contact of a human or animal body with
any source of voltage high enough to cause sufficient current flow through the 7
_____________ . High-voltage tends to cause internal 8 ______________ due to the large
available from the source. Damage due to current is through tissue heating. In some
cases 16 volts might be fatal to a human being when the electricity passes through 9
____________. Other dangers of electricity cause interference with nervous control,
especially over the 10_____________. Psychologically electricity causes our body to
experience 11 ___________________. Neurologic complications of electrical injuries
includes peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system disorders, and 12
_______________.

DISCUSSION ACTIVITY
Dangers of Electricity include a variety of hazards that include Electric
Shock, Psychological Damage, Physical Burns, Neurological Damage and Ventricular
fibrillation resulting in death.

Electricity at any voltage can be dangerous and should always be

approached with caution. An electric shock can occur upon contact of a human or
animal body with any source of voltage high enough to cause sufficient current flow
through the muscles or nerves. The current may cause tissue damage or heart
fibrillation if it is sufficiently high. A fatal electric shock is referred to as electrocution.
Dangers of Electricity include physical burns. High-voltage shocks tend to cause
internal burns due to the large energy available from the source.

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 Damage due to current is through tissue heating. In some cases16 volts might be
fatal to a human being when the electricity passes through organs such as the heart
called ventricular fibrillation. Fibrillations are usually lethal because all the heart muscle
cells move independently. Other Dangers of Electricity cause interference with
nervous control, especially over the heart and lungs. Psychologically electric shock
causes our body to experience pain or trauma.

Safety Precautions in Using Electricity

1. Avoid water at all times when working with electricity. Never touch or try repairing
any electrical equipment or circuits with wet hands. It increases the conductivity of
electric current.

2. Never use equipment with frayed cords, damaged insulation or broken plugs.

3. If you are working on any receptacle at your home then always turn off the mains. It
is also a good idea to put up a sign on the service panel so that nobody turns the
main switch ON by accident.

4. Always use insulated tools while working.

5. Always be observant of such signs and follow the safety rules established by the
electrical code . Electrical hazards include exposed energized parts and unguarded
electrical equipment which may become energized unexpectedly.

6. Always use appropriate insulated rubber gloves and goggles while working on any
branch circuit or any other electrical circuit.

7. Never try repairing energized equipment.

8. Never use an aluminium or steel ladder if you are working on any receptacle at
height in your home. An electrical surge will ground you and the whole electric current
will pass through your body. Use a bamboo, wooden or a fiberglass ladder instead.

9. Avoid overcrowding of electrical wires.

10. Always check all your GFCI’s once a month. A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter) is a RCD (Residual Current Device). They have become very common in
modern homes, especially damp areas like the bathroom and kitchen, as they help
avoid electrical shock hazards

11. Always use a circuit breaker or fuse with the appropriate current rating.

12. Working outside with underground cabling can be dangerous. The damp soil
around the cable is a good conductor of electricity and ground faults are quite
common in the case of underground cabling. Using a spade to dig at the cable can
damage the wiring easily so it is better to dig at the cable by hand while wearing
insulated gloves.

13. Always put a cap on the hot/live wire while working on an electric board or service
panel as you could end up short circuiting the bare ends of the live wire with the
neutral. The cap insulates the copper ends of the cable thus preventing any kind of
shock even if touched mistakenly.

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14. Check broken wires cause it may cause electric shocks.

15. Always take care while soldering your circuit boards. Wear goggles and keep
yourself away from the fumes. Keep the solder iron in its stand when not in use; it can
get extremely hot and can easily cause burns.

Enrichment Card 1

Find all possible electrical hazards in this office. Write your answer on a separate sheet
1. ______________________________ 6. ________________________________
2. ______________________________ 7. ________________________________
3. ______________________________ 8. ________________________________
4. ______________________________ 9. ________________________________
5. ______________________________ 10. ________________________________

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 Enrichment Card 2

Design a mini poster using T Chart for Electrical Dangers and Safety Precautions. Write
or illustrate your findings on a separate sheet.

Reflection Card
Electric Safety Hunt

Using this Checklist , ask a grown up to help inspect your home . If you find Unsafe
item, check off “Needs Fixed “ and ask a grown up to create correct hazards to help
make your home safer.

Electrical Safety Rule Good Needs Fixed

1. Electrical appliances are used away
from water
2. Electrical Cords are in good condition
3. Safety caps are placed in outlets to
Protect toddlers
4. Electrical outlets have one plug in
Each of the two outlets.
5. Electric cords are run safely.
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6. Electric appliances that get hot are kept
away from things that could burn
( light bulbs, heaters, oven toasters)
7. Small appliances are unplugged when not
In use.
8. A multipurpose fire extinguishers is kept
In the home.
9. Extension cords are for temporary use
only, not plugged in and left in place.
10. Grown ups carry appliances y handles
not the cord.

Assessment Card 1

Write some Electrical safety precautions based on the following images.

1.______________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________

2.______________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________

3.______________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________

4.______________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________

5.______________________________________
_______________________________________
_______________________________________

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 Assessment Card 2

Identify the Different Electrical Dangers at home

Living Room

________________________________
________________________________
________________________________

Kitchen

________________________________
________________________________
________________________________

Bathroom

________________________________
________________________________
________________________________

Reference Card

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hazards/?fbclid=IwAR2SLrWHHnQ2btI-WCXAalm8gXJ0dija-vHBYoPZIV-
oJWIucYFAaGNLRXU
https://www.networx.com/article/electrical-safety-quiz
https://pdf.theteacherscorner.net/file_viewer.php

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https://www.electricityforum.com/dangers-of-electricity.html
https://electrical-engineering-portal.com/what-psychological-effect-does-an-electric-
shock
https://www.twinkl.com/resource/cfe-h-010-dangers-in-the-bathroom-activity-sheet

Answer Card

Answers for PRETEST

1) B: Electricity travels through conductors such as metal, concrete, water, wet wood,
and even people.
2) C: The flow of an electric current through a person’s body generates heat. If the
current is large enough, the heat will cause an electrical burn, which can lead to
serious tissue damage and other internal injuries. If you ever incur an electrical burn,
seek immediate medical attention.
3) A: Water is a good conductor of electricity, which means that wet hands can
conduct electricity from the electrical object into your body. Use extreme caution
when doing electrical work around water or in wet conditions.
4) B: The longer a person is exposed to an electrical shock, the more dangerous the
situation becomes. A low-voltage electrocution for a mere 3 seconds can do the
same amount of damage as a high-voltage electrocution does in 0.03 seconds. Either
way, human bodies are damaged by electric voltage - high or low - so please be
careful.
5) A: A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlet, extension cord, or breaker is
designed to protect you against shock and electrocution when using electrical
appliances around water. These safety devices are normally required in wet areas of
your home according to electric code.
6) B: No. An extension cord that is covered by carpeting can overheat and cause a
fire. Running an extension cord along a baseboard is better than underneath a rug,
but you should only use extension cords for temporary work situations.
7) C: Pulling on the cord can cause damage to the wires inside, which could ultimately
result in an electrical shock after much misuse. Always disconnect appliances from the
power source by grasping and removing the plug.
8) A: Metal is a conductor of electricity. You should therefore be very careful with any
metal appliances that are exhibiting electrical malfunctions.
9) B: The safest thing to do is remove the source of electricity by turning off the main
switch of the circuit breaker. Touching your friend is not a good idea because he or
she may conduct electricity into your body and then you will both be shocked. Using a
broomstick isn’t the best idea either because if the wood is wet or dirty, it may also
conduct electricity into your body.
10) A: Make sure to keep a distance of at least 10 feet between you, your tools and
ladders and the power lines. You should call your utility company to see what safety
measures can be taken if you're working near power lines. And remember, power lines

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may have a weather coating on them for protection against the elements, but this will
not protect you from shock.
Activity 1
1. Covered Electrical cords and wires
2. Inquisitive young children
3. defective electrical wires
4. Outlets close to water
5. Wet hands
6. Light bulbs
7. Pouring water of Electric fires
8. Extension Cords
Activity 2
1. Death
2. Physical burns
3. Psychological damage
4. Electric shock
5. Neurological damage
Activity 3
1. guidelines 6. Shock 11. Pain and trauma
2. hazards 7. organs 12. seizures
3. accidents 8. burns
4. awareness 9. Muscle and nerves
5. caution 10. Heart and lungs
Enrichment Activity 1
1. Unplug appliances before servicing
2. Do not overcrowd cords
3. Avoid octopus wiring
4. Put away water from electrical appliances
5. Do not poke the outlet with metal object
6. Do not water plants on table near electric appliance or equipment
7. Remove electric thermostat plug before filling it with water
8. Do not touch electric appliances especially when hands are wet.
Enrichment Activity 2
Answers on Discussion part
Assessment Card 1
1. Avoid overcrowding of electrical wires.
2. Never use equipment with frayed cords, damaged insulation or broken plugs.
3. Check broken wires cause it may cause electric shocks
4. Avoid water at all times when working with electricity. Never touch or try repairing
any electrical equipment or circuits with wet hands.
5. Do not pull the wire with cord.

Assessment Card 2
Living Room Ex. Faulty Cord and plugs, Aquarium on TV, Octopus Wiring
Kitchen Ex. Cords at children’s reach, Secure extension cords or

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Bathroom Ex. Electric Equipment(hair straight tool, blow dryer,
electric shaver should not be placed near water,
Be sure that floor mats are always dry to avoid electric
Shock

Reflection Card
Answers may vary

Prepared by:

Ines C. Ayson

Pulung Santol National High School

Pulung Santol, Porac, Pampanga

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For inquiries or feedback, please write or call:

Department of Education – Division of Pampanga

Office Address: High School Boulevard, Brgy. Lourdes,

San Fernando City, Pampanga

Landline: (045) 435-27-28

Email Address: [email protected]

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