Solar Eclipse

What happens during a solar eclipse?

• The sun moves between the Earth and the moon.

• The Earth moves between the moon and the sun.

• The moon moves between the Earth and the sun.

• The Earth moves out of the solar system.

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Why do the sun and the moon appear the same size in our sky?

• Because the sun is closer to the Earth than the moon.

• Because the sun is 400 times wider but also 400 times farther away than the moon.

• Because the moon is as large as the sun.

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Why isn't there an eclipse every month?

• Because the moon's orbit is perfectly aligned with the Earth.

• Because the sun moves too fast.

• Because the moon's orbit is usually tilted a few degrees.

• Because the Earth's orbit is tilted.

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What is the umbra?

• The outer part of the Earth.

• A larger, lighter shadow.

• A smaller, darker shadow.

• The path of totality.

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What is a total solar eclipse?

• When the moon completely covers the sun.

• When the Earth covers the sun.

• When the moon appears too small to fully cover the sun.

• When the moon is farthest from the Earth.

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How often does a total solar eclipse happen somewhere on Earth?

• Every 10 years.

• Every 100 years.

• Every year or two.

• Every month.

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What are Baily's beads?

• Stars visible during an eclipse.

• Shafts of light seen just before totality.

• Rings around the moon during an eclipse.

• A type of eclipse-watching glasses.

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Why will people be traveling to our area to see the eclipse?

• Leetonia is close to the path of totality, providing the best view of the eclipse.

• Leetonia has the most expensive hotels during the eclipse

• Leetonia is known for its terrible weather during eclipse.

• People are avoiding our area due to safety concerns

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Why is it important to wear protective glasses while watching the eclipse?

• To prevent damage to the eyes from intense sunlight and harmful ultraviolet rays.
• To improve eyesight
• To look cool
• To block out noise

After April 8, 2024, when will the next total solar eclipse happen in Ohio?

• March 30, 2052
• July 12, 2078
• November 25, 2106
• September 14, 2099

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