Solar System Quiz

Which term is defined as "An average sized star made of gas. All the planets revolve around it. Provides Earth with light and heat, making life possible"?

• Moon

• Sun

• Earth

• Comet

Which planet is described as having over 70% of its surface covered in water and a protective atmosphere?

• Mars

• Earth

• Jupiter

• Venus

Which term describes a space rock that can burn up when entering Earth's atmosphere?

• Comet

• Meteor

• Asteroid

• Dwarf Planet

What is the main component of the Sun?

• Rock

• Gas

• Ice

• Metal

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Which planet is known for having the tallest mountain, Olympus Mons?

• Mars

• Venus

• Jupiter

• Saturn

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

Which planet is the second largest in the Solar System and has rings made of icy particles?

• Mars

• Venus

• Saturn

• Uranus

Which planet was discovered in 1781 and appears blue-green in color?

• Mars

• Venus

• Jupiter

• Uranus

Which planets are considered outer planets?

• Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

• Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter

• Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto

What characteristic is common to all inner planets?

• Bigger, gassy surfaces

• Smaller, rocky surfaces

• Rings made of icy particles

• Great Red Spot

Which planet has a volcanic history similar to Earth?

• Mars

• Venus

• Jupiter

• Saturn

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3