Sun, Stars, and Shadows!

Is the sun the biggest star?

• Yes

• No

Why does the sun appear to be the biggest and brightest star in the sky?

• Because it is bigger than the rest

• Because it is so close

• Because it is so hot

• Because it is not really a star

Which star is the closest to earth?

• Betelgeuse

• Sirius

• Rigel

• Sun

Around what time of day is shown by this shadow?

• 10:30 am

• noon (12:00 pm)

• 5:00 pm

• 10:00 pm

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Around what time of day is shown by this shadow?

• 10:30 am

• noon (12:00 pm)

• 5:00 pm

• 10:00 pm

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Why do shadows move throughout the day?

• Because the object is moving all around

• Because the sun is moving around the earth

• Because the moon is moving around the earth

• Because the earth is moving around the sun

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Why do we see different stars at different times of year?

• Because the stars disappear at certain times

• Because the earth is moving around the sun

• Because the sun is moving around the earth

• The same stars are always visible

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What stars does it look like are hidden in April 21?

• Leo

• Virgo

• Aires

• Cancer

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Which month has the most hours of daylight of those listed here?

• January

• April

• June

• November

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Which graph best show the size of a shadow over time in one day?

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1