Solar and Lunar assessment

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

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What must happen for a solar eclipse to occur?

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The Moon must be directly between the Earth and the Sun.

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What must happen for a lunar eclipse to occur?

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The Earth must be directly between the Sun and the Moon.

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During which type of eclipse is the Sun blocked?

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During a solar eclipse, the Sun is blocked.

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During which type of eclipse is the Moon covered by Earth's shadow?

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During a lunar eclipse, the Moon is covered by Earth's shadow.

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What phase of the Moon occurs during a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs during the New Moon phase.

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What phase of the Moon occurs during a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs during the Full Moon phase.

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What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse involves the Moon blocking the Sun, while a lunar eclipse involves the Earth blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon.

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What is the term for the shadow cast by the Earth during a lunar eclipse?

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The shadow cast by the Earth during a lunar eclipse is called the umbra.