The ball makes light. The ball reflects light. The ball absorbs light and then releases it. The ball absorbs light and keeps it inside.
I gave my students this multiple choice question: A polished metal ball looks very shiny and bright on a sunny day. What makes the ball look shiny?

Only one answer is correct among these 4 choices:
- The ball makes light.
- The ball reflects light.
- The ball absorbs light and then releases it.
- The ball absorbs light and keeps it inside.

Could you tell me which one is correct?

The ball reflects light.