Exploring lunar and solar eclipses_ Miranda

What is the purpose of using a 7E learning-cycle model in teaching eclipses?

• To memorize facts about eclipses

• To engage students in inquiry-based science experiences

• To provide a detailed history of eclipses

• To focus solely on solar eclipses

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Who are the authors of the document?

• John Doe, Jane Smith, and Alex Brown

• Rommel J. Miranda, Brian R. Kruse, and Ronald S. Hermann

• Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, and Galileo Galilei

• Marie Curie, Nikola Tesla, and Thomas Edison

What is the significance of the Earth-Sun-Moon system in the study of the universe?

• It is irrelevant to modern science.

• It is a minor part of the universe.

• It is a significant part of our study of the universe.

• It is only important for astrology.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

What does the article suggest about students' initial ideas on eclipses?

• They are always accurate.

• They need to be developed, enlarged, and refined.

• They are irrelevant to learning.

• They are based on myths.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What is the purpose of the instructional approach mentioned in the document?

• To memorize eclipse dates

• To facilitate student reflection and understanding of eclipses

• To focus on the mythology of eclipses

• To ignore student questions

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What observation did students make about the Earth's shadow during an eclipse?

• It is invisible.

• It blocks the Sun's light.

• It is blue in color.

• It is smaller than the Moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What is the diameter of the Moon compared to the Earth, as mentioned in the document?

• One-half

• One-third

• One-quarter

• One-fifth

What does Mr. Lance remind students about during the Explore stage?

• To finish quickly

• To reflect on a prior lesson

• To work silently

• To use more materials

What is the purpose of the students' spatial drawing in the activity?

• To create a map

• To predict lunar eclipse images

• To design a building

• To write a story

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What did the student groups use to hold the Moon stationary in their model?

• Toothpicks

• String

• Tape

• Magnets

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-2