Spaceship Earth Mystery Science UNIT Assessment

Front

What happens if the Earth spins around its axis twice as fast?

Back

The day would be half as long and the night would be half as long.

Front

What does gravity do?

Back

Gravity pulls objects towards the center of the Earth.

Front

What is a common mistake in simple drawings of the Solar System?

Back

The planets are drawn close together, but they are actually very far apart from each other.

Front

How does the size of the Sun compare to the planets?

Back

The Sun is much larger than any of the planets.

Front

What time is it if the Sun is in a certain position in the sky?

Back

If the Sun is low in the sky, it is likely around 9:00 am.

Front

What are the summer months in San Francisco?

Back

Months E, F, and G.

Front

What is the definition of a planet?

Back

A planet is a large celestial body that orbits a star.

Front

What is the role of the Sun in our Solar System?

Back

The Sun is the central star that provides light and heat to the planets.

Front

What is the difference between day and night?

Back

Day occurs when a part of the Earth faces the Sun, while night occurs when it faces away.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun cause the seasons.