Let's solve this
"Light and Shadows" worksheet step by step.
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🔍 Understanding the Concept:
- A
shadow is formed when an object blocks light.
- The
direction of the shadow depends on the
position of the light source (here, the sun).
- The
sun is shown in each picture, so we need to determine where the shadow will fall based on the sun’s position.
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Rule: The shadow falls
opposite to the direction of the light source.
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✔ Problem 1:
🌞 Sun Position:
- The sun is on the
left side of the tree.
🌳 Tree:
- The tree is in the center.
🔎 Shadow Direction:
- Since the light comes from the
left, the shadow will be cast to the
right.
- So, the correct shadow should be
on the right side of the tree.
Now look at the three options below:
1. Shadow under the tree →
✘ (would happen if sun were directly overhead)
2. Shadow to the
left →
✘ (wrong direction — sun is on left, so shadow must be on right)
3. Shadow to the
right →
✔ Correct
✔ Answer for #1: Third option (shadow on the right)
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✔ Problem 2:
🌞 Sun Position:
- The sun is on the
right side of the tree.
🌳 Tree:
- Still centered.
🔎 Shadow Direction:
- Light comes from the
right, so shadow will be cast to the
left.
Check the options:
1. Shadow under the tree →
✘
2. Shadow to the
left →
✔ Correct
3. Shadow to the
right →
✘
✔ Answer for #2: Second option (shadow on the left)
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✔ Final Answers:
| Question | Correct Choice |
|--------|----------------|
| 1 | Third image (shadow on the
right) |
| 2 | Second image (shadow on the
left) |
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💡 Summary:
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Shadow direction = Opposite to the light source
- If the sun is on the
left, shadow is on the
right
- If the sun is on the
right, shadow is on the
left
You can apply this rule to any similar problem!
Let me know if you'd like a visual explanation or printable version! 🌞🌳🌑
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of shadows worksheet.
