Quarter 2 Benchmark Review

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What phase must the moon be in for a solar eclipse to occur?

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New Moon

Front

What phase of the moon is shown at the letter 'A'?

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New Moon

Front

What is the correct alignment for a solar eclipse?

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sun - moon - earth

Front

What is the correct order of the Sun, Earth, and Moon to describe their locations causing spring tides?

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Sun, New Moon, Earth, Full Moon

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When does the summer solstice occur in the northern hemisphere?

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Around June 21st

Front

What is the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere?

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Summer Solstice

Front

At what position is the Sun during the summer solstice at sunrise and sunset?

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North

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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An event where the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

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What is the difference between a full moon and a new moon?

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A full moon occurs when the entire face of the moon is illuminated, while a new moon occurs when the moon is between the Earth and the Sun and is not visible.