Earth Moon Sun System Pre-Test

Earth Moon Sun System Pre-Test

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What season is it in Australia when it is winter in California?

Back

Summer

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Earth's axis?

Back

An imaginary line from the North Pole to the South Pole.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for when the Moon appears to be getting larger every night?

Back

Waxing

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why are days 24 hours long?

Back

It takes the Earth 24 hours to spin once on its axis.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why are years about 365 days long?

Back

It takes the Earth about 365 days to go around the Sun.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the path of the Earth as it goes around the Sun called?

Back

Orbit.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What phase is the Moon in when it is not visible from Earth?

Back

New Moon.

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