In article , "Twayne" wrote:

Position the wire ends so a clean screwdrive can be pressed against one wire
while moving the screwdriver over and past the other. If no sparks, solidly
connect the two wires for a quick moment. Got sparks? The power's NOT off!

What a moron. Ever hear of a test lamp?

Please, don't take electrical advice from Twayne. He's completely clueless.