Solar Eclipse Flashcard
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English
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6th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes a total solar eclipse to happen?
Back
The Moon passing between the Earth and the Sun
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why did ancient humans have different beliefs about eclipses?
Back
They didn't understand what caused them
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who first proposed that eclipses were caused by the Moon passing in front of the Sun or Earth?
Back
Ancient Greeks, including Aristotle
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How did the correct answer to #3 explain lunar eclipses?
Back
The Moon's shadow projected onto the Earth
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where is the best place to view the April 2024 eclipse? Options: Chicago, Illinois; Mazatlan, Mexico; Cleveland, Ohio; Newfoundland, Canada
Back
Mazatlan, Mexico
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How long will the eclipse last if you were in the best viewing location? Options: 4 minutes and 28 seconds, 3 minutes and 45 seconds, 5 minutes and 10 seconds, 4 minutes and 21 seconds
Back
4 minutes and 28 seconds
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the dark part of the eclipse called?
Back
Umbra
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