Moon Phases

Moon Phases

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS1-1, MS-PS4-2

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the cycle of the moon called?

Back

The cycle of the moon is called the lunar cycle, which lasts about a month.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes the phases of the moon?

Back

The phases of the moon are caused by the moon's movement around Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How long does it take for the moon to go through all its phases?

Back

It takes about a month for the moon to go through all its phases.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it appears as a bright round circle?

Back

The phase of the moon when it appears as a bright round circle is called the Full Moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a New Moon?

Back

A New Moon is the phase when the moon is between the Earth and the sun, and it is not visible from Earth.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Full Moon?

Back

A Full Moon is the phase when the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the four main phases of the moon?

Back

The four main phases of the moon are New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, and Third Quarter.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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