The Sun Quiz

Which one of these is NOT a way that the Sun affects Earth?

• The sun causes the ocean's water to evaporate.

• The Sun heats water and causes it to evaporate.

• The Sun causes Earth to wobble in space.

• The Sun's gravity causes Earth to orbit the Sun.

Why is the Sun important to the water cycle?

• The Sun creates water.

• The Sun heats water and causes it to evaporate.

• Rain comes from the Sun.

• We could not see the water if the Sun did not provide us with light.

What details support the idea that light is needed on Earth?

• The center of the Sun is called the core.

• This is where the heat is created.

• The light supports life on Earth.

• The heat is so intense that it makes light.

Why does the sun appear larger and brighter than other stars?

• It is much hotter.

• It is a younger star.

• It is closer to Earth.

• It gives off more energy.

What quality does the sun share with other stars?

• They are all the same age.

• They are all made of gases.

• They all heat Earth's surface.

• They all light Earth's surface.

What does this picture below illustrate?

• The sun as a star composed of gases that helps make water on Earth.

• The sun as a star composed of gases that gets water energy from Earth.

• The sun as a star composed of gases that cools all parts of the water cycle.

• The sun as a star composed of gases that provide light and heat energy for the water cycle.

Which tool helps you see more stars than you can with your eyes alone?

• magnetic compass

• telescope

• set of collecting nets

• Celsius thermometer

One way the sun gives off energy is in the form of light. How does this light affect living things on Earth?

• It warms mountains peaks.

• It prevents heat from leaving the planet.

• It allows plants to make their own food.

• It allows animals to make their own food.

What color of star is the hottest?

• Blue

• Red

• Yellow

The sun is a glowing ball of _______.

• water
• liquid
• gases
• rocks