Shadows

When the sun gets higher in the sky, shadows get ______.

• longer

• gone

• shorter

• darker

When the sun gets lower in the sky, shadows get______.

• longer

• gone

• shorter

• darker

Shadows are longest during _______.

• morning and evening

• noon

• night

Which light source causes shadows in the outdoor environment? 

• The Sun
• The Lightbulb
• The House
• The School

When was this picture most likely taken?

(Hint: think about the shadow's length)

• morning or evening

• night

• noon

• afternoon

When the Sun is behind you, your shadow is ...

• behind you

• in front of you

• at the side of you

• not there

1. What is our main source of light?

• sun

• moon

• trees

The sun appears to rise in the _________.

Shadows are shortest at this time of day:

• morning

• noon

• afternoon

• evening

In what ways does a shadow change throughout the day?

Check all of the correct answers.

• length

• color

• orientation (direction)

• size