The Moon Quiz

What does the moon do with the light from the sun when you look at it at night?

• Blocks it

• Absorbs it

• Emits it

• Reflects it

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Imagine you're observing the night sky. How long does it take for the moon to make a full orbit around Earth?

• 1 month

• 1 week

• 1 year

• 1 day

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Why does the moon appear differently at various times throughout the month?

• The way light from the sun is reflected

• Changes in distance from the sun

• Changes in color

• Changes in temperature

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What is an eclipse of the sun also known as?

• Moon eclipse

• Lunar eclipse

• Solar eclipse

• Earth eclipse

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What happens during a lunar eclipse?

• Moon gets in between the sun and Earth

• Moon passes behind Earth and into its shadow

• Earth passes behind the moon and into its shadow

• Sun gets in between the moon and Earth

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How often do we witness solar eclipses from Earth?

• Once every few years

• Once a year

• Once a month

• Once or twice a year

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Where can solar eclipses be seen from?

• Only from space

• The entire Earth at a time

• A narrow strip of Earth at a time

• Half of Earth at a time

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Why is it advised not to stare at the sun during a solar eclipse?

• It's too dangerous

• It's too far away

• It's too bright and could burn your eyes

• It's too dark

Is it safe to look at an eclipse of the moon?

• It depends on the weather

• It depends on the time of day

• No, it's not safe

• Yes, it's safe

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How often do lunar eclipses occur?

• Once a year

• Rarely

• Once every few years

• Several times each year

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