Earth in the Universe quiz

What is the shape of the Earth?

• Flat

• Perfect sphere

• Oblate spheroid

• Cube

What force keeps planets in orbit around the Sun?

• Magnetism

• Gravity

• Air resistance

• Friction

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

• Earth

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Saturn

Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?

• Venus

• Mars

• Neptune

• Mercury

What is the primary reason for Earth's seasons?

• Distance from the Sun

• Earth's tilt on its axis

• The Moon’s gravitational pull

• Changes in Earth's speed

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

• 24 hours

• 30 days

• 365.25 days

• 12 months

What is the Sun primarily made of?

• Oxygen and carbon

• Rock and metal

• Hydrogen and helium

• Water and dust

Which celestial body has the greatest effect on Earth's tides?

• The Sun

• The Moon

• Mars

• Jupiter

What is the term for a group of stars forming a pattern?

• Galaxy

• Nebula

• Constellation

• Asteroid belt

Which planet is the hottest in our solar system?

• Mercury

• Venus

• Mars

• Jupiter