Geocentric Model of the Solar System Quiz

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Jessica Grant
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A student researching solar systems finds two models that may represent our Solar System.
Model T, Earth orbits the Sun
Model S, stars revolve around Earth
Model T, stars revolve around the Sun
Model S, the planets revolve around Earth
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In 141 CE, the astronomer Ptolemy developed the geocentric model of the universe. What is the main difference between our current model and Ptolemy’s model?
The current model shows Earth at the center of the universe.
The current model shows the Sun at the center of the universe.
The current model shows Earth at the center of the Solar System.
The current model shows the Sun at the center of the Solar System.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The table below compares the characteristics of Earth and Jupiter. Which of the following BEST explains the difference in surface temperature between the two planets?
Jupiter is much larger than Earth.
Jupiter does not have an atmosphere.
Jupiter rotates on its axis very slowly.
Jupiter is farther away from the Sun than Earth is.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A robotic space probe malfunctions and is lost for several years. It then lands and sends the data listed here back to the Earth. Most Atmospheric Gas(es): CO2 Surface gravity: Less than the Earth Mean Distance from the Sun (AU): Greater than the Earth Where did the probe land?
Mars
Jupiter
Saturn
Venus
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The table shows data about some of the planets in the Solar System. Based on the data in the table, which of these is MOST likely true?
Planet 1 is an outer planet, and Planet 3 is an inner planet.
Planet 2 is an outer planet, and Planet 4 is an inner planet.
Planet 3 is an outer planet, and Planet 2 is an inner planet.
Planet 4 is an outer planet, and Planet 1 is an inner planet.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
This diagram is a scale model of the size of four planets in the Solar System. Which statement below is true?
All planets shown are gas giants.
The two smallest planets are terrestrial, while the two larger planets are gas giants.
Jupiter is the only gas giant shown; the other three are moons.
There is not enough data.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following statements BEST describes the characteristics of the terrestrial planets?
small, dense, rocky surfaces
large, planetary rings; many moons
rocky cores; close to the sun; surface craters
made up of hydrogen and helium; small; close to the sun
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