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Earth and Space practice Unit 8/9

Earth and Space practice Unit 8/9

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Flashcard

Social Studies

5th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The moon, the sun, and Earth have different physical characteristics. Which of these best describes a physical characteristic of the sun?

Back

It is mostly made of hydrogen and helium.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

One of the brightest objects in the night sky is a planet that is closer to the sun than Earth is. What is the name of this planet?

Back

Venus

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of these cycles is a direct result of Earth’s rotation? Options: Day and night, Moon phases, Rainfall and evaporation, Seasons

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Back

Day and night

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A shadow moves during the day because of-

Back

The rotation of Earth

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which picture shows how the tree’s shadow most likely looked at 9:00 A.M.?

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Back

A

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A student is looking for evidence that Earth is always rotating on its axis. Which of the following would provide the best evidence? The different amount of rain that falls each day, The appearance of shadows changing throughout the day, The presence of other planets in the night sky, The different phases of the moon in a month

Back

The appearance of shadows changing throughout the day

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A student builds a model of the solar system that includes a sphere representing Earth. The sphere turns in a full circle on its axis. By using a model of Earth that spins on its axis, the student can best demonstrate —

Back

the cycle of day and night

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