Earth, Moon, and Sun - Missed Questions

On what date(s) is the Northern Hemisphere's shortest day?

• a.) June 21st or 22nd

• b.) September 21st or 22nd

• c.) December 21st or 22nd

• d.) March 21st or 22nd

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As seen from Earth, the appearance of the moon changes throughout the month. What causes the appearance of the moon to change?

• a) Earth rotating on its axis

• b) The moon rotating on its axis

• c) Earth revolving around the sun

• d) The moon revolving around Earth

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The seasons are caused by...

• a.) The changes in the distribution of light and the tilt of the Earth

• b.) How the Earth rotates

• c.) The distance between the Earth and Sun

• d.) The Earth's weather and average climate

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Kevin travels from the U.S. to Australia for the summer, but when he gets there it feels more like winter. Which of the following explains this?

• a.) The Northern Hemisphere is experiencing the vernal equinox.

• b.) The Southern Hemisphere is experiencing the autumnal equinox.

• c.) The Southern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun, so it is summer in Australia.

• d.) The Southern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun, so it is winter in Australia.

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Which letter shows the penumbra?

• B

• A

• C

• D

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Which type of eclipse does the following statement describe? The moon moves into the shadow of the Earth during the night time hours, eventually turning the moon a red color.

• a.) Lunar Eclipse

• b.) Solar Eclipse

• c.) Partial Eclipse

• d.) None of the above

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

• a.) 1 day (24 hours)

• b.) 7 days

• c.) 29 days

• d.) 365 1/4 days

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