Moon Phases Worksheet

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

Back

29.5 days

Front

What is the moon phase when we see half of the Moon illuminated?

Back

First quarter

Front

What causes the Moon's phases to change?

Back

The Sun's light hits different parts of the Moon.

Front

What is the phase of the Moon that is completely dark from Earth's perspective?

Back

New Moon

Front

What is the term for the phase when the Moon is fully illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the term for the phase when the Moon is getting smaller?

Back

Waning

Front

What is the term for the phase when the Moon is getting larger?

Back

Waxing

Front

How many main phases does the Moon have?

Back

Eight main phases.

Front

What is the phase called when the Moon is one quarter illuminated?

Back

First Quarter

Front

What is the phase called when the Moon is three quarters illuminated?

Back

Last Quarter