Phases of the moon

Front

When the Moon is directly between the Sun and the Earth, what phase would the Moon be in?

Back

New Moon

Front

What term is associated with the moons that are increasing in size (more light on them) each day?

Back

Waxing moons

Front

What phase of the moon is this? Options: Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous, Waxing crescent, Waning crescent

Back

Waxing crescent

Front

What causes the different phases of the Moon? Options: The days of the months, The angle at which we see the lit Moon as it revolves around the Earth, The position of the Earth in its orbit around the Sun, The tides of the ocean

Back

The angle at which we see the lit Moon as it revolves around the Earth

Front

Where does the Moon get its light from?

Back

It reflects the Sun's light

Front

How long does it take the Moon to complete its cycle?

Back

around 1 month

Front

What phase of the moon is shown?

Back

waning gibbous

Front

Name the phase of the moon that comes BEFORE this moon phase: waning gibbous, waning crescent, waxing crescent.

Back

waxing gibbous

Front

What is the phase of the Moon at position #5? Options: New Moon, Third Quarter Moon, First Quarter Moon, Full Moon

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the correct phase of the Moon at position 3?

Back

First Quarter (or Waxing Half)