Earth & Space

Earth & Space

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

2nd Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS1-1, MS-PS4-2, MS-ESS2-6

+4

Standards-aligned

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15 questions

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the sun classified as?

Back

The sun is classified as a star.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does the sun appear larger than other stars in the night sky?

Back

The sun appears larger than other stars because it is the closest star to the Earth.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What season is represented by the left picture of the Earth in the northern hemisphere?

Back

The left picture represents summer in the northern hemisphere.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What moon phase follows the full moon?

Back

The moon phase that comes directly after the full moon is the waning gibbous.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does the moon appear bright in the night sky?

Back

The moon looks bright because it reflects the sun's light.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary source of light for the Earth?

Back

The primary source of light for the Earth is the sun.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main types of celestial bodies in our solar system?

Back

The two main types of celestial bodies in our solar system are stars and planets.

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