Solar system(scale)

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Science

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6th Grade

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Medium

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NGSS

MS-ESS1-3, MS-ESS2-5

Standards-aligned

Shengxi Lai

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Navigate the wonders of our solar system with a captivating 6th-grade science quiz crafted by Shengxi Lai. This engaging quiz, designed for middle school students, features 10 multiple-choice questions that challenge learners to explore the scale and distances within our solar system. With varying time limits of 2-5 minutes per question, students will delve into key concepts such as planetary positions, astronomical units, and unique planetary features. This medium-difficulty quiz aligns with K-12 curriculum standards, making it an ideal tool for enhancing students' understanding of astronomy and spatial reasoning. Understanding the solar system's scale and distances is crucial for young learners. This quiz covers essential topics like the order of planets from the Sun, with Mercury as the closest, and the significance of Astronomical Units (AU) in measuring distances. Students will compare the sizes of inner and outer planets, learn about Earth's neighbors Venus and Mars, and discover Jupiter's status as the largest planet. They'll also explore revolutionary periods, with Mercury having the shortest, and unique features like Jupiter's Great Red Spot. By mastering these concepts, students build a strong foundation for more advanced Earth and space science topics. Embark on an astronomical adventure with Quizizz! This platform makes learning about the solar system interactive and fun, allowing students to test their knowledge at their own pace. Teachers can easily customize content to fit classroom needs, while instant feedback helps students identify areas for improvement. Quizizz supports K-12 learning through gamified assessments, making complex topics like astronomy accessible and enjoyable. Don't reinvent the wheel—customize it! Create fast and differentiate with ease, and let Quizizz be your guide to an exciting educational journey.

10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Which planet in our solar system is closest to the Sun?

Earth

Jupiter

Mercury

Saturn

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Which definition accurately describes the Astronomical Unit (AU)?

The average distance between the planets.

The average distance between Earth and Mars.

The average distance between the Earth and the Sun.

The average size of the Earth compared to the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

How do the sizes of the inner planets compare to the sizes of the outer planets?

The inner planets are larger.

The outer planets are smaller.

There is no size difference between the inner and outer planets.

The inner planets are smaller.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Describe how the distances between the orbits of the inner planets compare to the distances between the orbits of the outer planets.

The distances between orbits of the outer planets are much smaller.

The distances between orbits of the outer planets are much larger.

The distances between orbits of the inner planets are much larger.

There is no difference between the distances of the orbits of the inner planets and the outer planets.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Earth's nearest neighboring planets are _____.

Venus and Mars

Mars and Jupiter

Mercury and Venus

Mercury and Jupiter

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Which planet in the Solar system has the shortest revolutionary period?

Mercury

Earth

Jupiter

Neptune

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

If you were going to make a scale model of the Solar system what planet should be the largest?

Jupiter

Saturn

Earth

Uranus

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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