Earth Movements and Phases Quiz

What are the two main movements of Earth?

• Rotation, Revolution

• Oscillation, Vibration

• Translation, Precession

• Nutation, Wobble

How long does it take for Earth to complete one rotation?

• 24 hours

• 12 hours

• 48 hours

• 36 hours

How long does it take for Earth to complete one revolution?

• 365.25 days

• 400 days

• 350 days

• 370 days

Earth's rotation causes day and night. Which of the following best explains this phenomenon?

• The Earth rotates on its axis, causing different parts to face the Sun.

• The Earth revolves around the Sun, changing its position relative to the Sun.

• The Moon blocks sunlight from reaching parts of the Earth.

• The Earth's tilt causes different parts to receive sunlight at different times.

The Sun is important for life on Earth because it provides:

• Light and heat necessary for survival

• A place for humans to live

• Protection from asteroids

• A source of water

Match the following terms to their definitions: Solstice and Equinox

• Solstice: When one hemisphere is tilted most toward or away from the Sun. Equinox: When day and night are equal in length.

• Solstice: When the Sun is directly above the equator, Equinox: When the Sun is at its highest point in the sky

• Solstice: When the Earth is closest to the Sun, Equinox: When the Earth is farthest from the Sun

• Solstice: When the Sun rises exactly in the east, Equinox: When the Sun sets exactly in the west

In which month does summer begin in the Northern Hemisphere?

• June

• July

• August

• May

How long does it take for the Moon to orbit Earth?

• 27.3 days

• 30 days

• 29.5 days

• 28 days

List the 4 main phases of the Moon:

• New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, Last Quarter

• Crescent Moon, Gibbous Moon, Full Moon, New Moon

• Waxing Moon, Waning Moon, Full Moon, New Moon

• Half Moon, Blue Moon, Full Moon, New Moon

How do the Moon and Sun affect Earth's tides?

• The Moon's gravity pulls on Earth's oceans, creating tides, while the Sun's gravity also influences the tides but to a lesser extent.

• The Sun's gravity pulls on Earth's oceans, creating tides, while the Moon's gravity has no effect on the tides.

• Both the Moon and Sun have no effect on Earth's tides.

• The Moon's gravity creates tides only during the night, while the Sun's gravity creates tides only during the day.