Day and night on Earth

What is the imaginary line through the centre of Earth called?

• equator

• horizon

• axis

How does Earth move to cause day and night?

• Earth spins, or rotates, on its axis.

• Earth bounces up and down on its axis.

• Earth swings forward and backwards on its axis.

It is day time when Earth is facing the

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Which statement correctly explains why we have night time on Earth?

• At night time, our part of Earth is facing away from the Sun.

• At night time, our part of Earth is facing the Moon.

• At night time, the Sun goes behind the clouds.

How long does it takes for Earth to rotate once on its axis?

• 24 minutes

• 24 hours

• 24 days

• 24 weeks

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Which object can you use for the Sun's light in a model to show why we have day and night?

• a mirror

• a torch

• a yellow plate

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