Exploring Our Solar System

What is the center of our solar system?

• The Earth

• The Sun

• The Moon

• Mars

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

• 24 hours

• 365 days

• 30 days

• 12 hours

What is the main source of light and heat for the Earth?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• The Stars

• The Planets

How long does it take for the Earth to revolve around the Sun?

• 24 hours

• 30 days

• 365 days

• 12 months

What causes day and night on Earth?

• The Earth's revolution around the Sun

• The Earth's rotation on its axis

• The Moon's phases

• The Sun's movement

Which of the following is NOT a role of the Sun in our solar system?

• Providing light

• Providing heat

• Causing rain

• Keeping planets in orbit

What is the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

• Circular

• Elliptical

• Square

• Triangular

What is the term for the path Earth takes as it revolves around the Sun?

• Axis

• Orbit

• Rotation

• Equator

Which of the following happens because of Earth's rotation?

• Seasons

• Day and night

• Tides

• Eclipses

What is the imaginary line called that Earth rotates around?

• Equator

• Axis

• Orbit

• Meridian