Shadow Quiz

What happens to the length of a shadow when the sun is directly overhead?

• The shadow becomes longer.

• The shadow becomes shorter.

• The shadow disappears completely.

• The shadow remains the same length.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

In which direction does a shadow point when the sun is in the eastern sky?

• North

• South

• East

• West

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How do shadows change in length from morning to noon?

• They get longer.

• They get shorter.

• They stay the same length.

• They disappear.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Why do shadows change direction throughout the day?

• Because the Earth rotates on its axis.

• Because the sun moves around the Earth.

• Because the moon blocks the sun.

• Because the Earth revolves around the sun.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How can you use the length and direction of shadows to determine the time of day?

• By measuring the shadow and comparing it to a chart of shadow lengths and times.

• By observing the color of the shadow.

• By noting the temperature of the shadow.

• By listening to the sounds around the shadow.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Opaque objects cast …………………. shadows in morning and evening while ………………… shadows at noon.

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NGSS.5-ESS1-2