V2 Part 1: Earth In Space

What is the main reason why changing patterns in the sky are connected to our lives?

• They help us keep track of time on Earth
• They are just interesting to look at
• They show us what the weather will be like
• They tell us where to find food

Why does the North Star appear to not move in the night sky?

• Because it is very far away
• Because it is the brightest star
• Because the Earth's axis points towards it
• Because it is in the center of the sky

What causes the stars in the Northern Hemisphere to move in a circular path around the North Star?

• The Earth spinning counterclockwise on its axis
• The Earth orbiting around the Sun
• The stars orbiting around the North Star
• The Moon's movement across the sky

What causes the length of day and the Sun's height in the sky to change over the year?

• The Earth's tilt on its axis
• The Earth's orbit around the Sun
• The Moon's phases
• The Sun's movement across the sky

Why is sunlight more direct in the Northern Hemisphere compared to the Southern Hemisphere?

• The Earth's tilt points the Northern Hemisphere more towards the Sun
• The Northern Hemisphere is closer to the Sun
• There is less atmosphere in the Northern Hemisphere
• The Southern Hemisphere has more clouds

What causes the alignment of the Sun's rays with Manhattan's streets during Manhattanhenge?

• The Earth's tilt and orbit around the Sun
• The layout of Manhattan's streets
• The height of the buildings in Manhattan
• The angle of the Sun's rays at sunset

What is the main reason that people use stories and examples about the sky to share knowledge?

• They help us observe and make decisions
• They are more interesting than facts
• They are easier to remember than facts
• They show how the sky is connected to our lives

Why do we need to look at a complex system from different angles or perspectives?

• To see more details
• To understand it better
• To find the right answer
• To make it more interesting

What does it mean that light travels in a straight line?

• Light can only go in one direction
• Light can bend around objects
• Light has to enter our eyes to be seen
• Light always travels the same speed

How often does the Earth spin around, or rotate, on its axis?

• Once a year
• Once a month
• Once a week
• Once a day