Quiz on the Solar System

What is at the center of the solar system?

• The Sun

• Mars

• The Moon

• The Earth

How many planets are there in our solar system?

• Six

• Eight

• Seven

• Nine

Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

• Venus

• Earth

• Mars

• Jupiter

What does the Moon do in relation to the Earth?

• It is a planet

• It creates light

• It orbits the Earth

• It is a star

Which planet is the largest in the solar system?

• Uranus

• Neptune

• Jupiter

• Saturn

What are the inner planets made of?

• Gas

• Ice

• Rock

• Water

Which planet is closest to the Sun?

• Mercury

• Earth

• Venus

• Mars

What is unique about Uranus?

• It has no moons

• It has rings

• It spins on its side

• It is the hottest planet

Why do planets shine in the night sky?

• They create their own light

• They are very hot

• They reflect light from the Sun

• They are made of diamonds

What is the main role of the Sun in the solar system?

• To create planets

• To provide light and heat

• To orbit the Earth

• To create tides