What causes the different phases of the Moon?

• The Moon's distance from Earth

• The changing angles of sunlight hitting the Moon

• The Moon's rotation speed

• The Earth's rotation

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Which phase of the Moon occurs when the Moon is between Earth and the Sun?

• Full Moon

• First Quarter

• New Moon

• Last Quarter

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During which phase is the entire face of the Moon lit up?

• New Moon

• First Quarter

• Full Moon

• Last Quarter

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How often does the Moon's phase cycle repeat?

• Every 15 days

• Every 29.5 days

• Every 45 days

• Every 60 days

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What is visible during the Last Quarter phase of the Moon?

• The entire Moon

• Half of the Moon

• The opposite half of the Moon

• No part of the Moon

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