Solar System

Which of the following are parts of the solar system?

• The sun, stars and Milky Way

• The sun, Earth and the Moon

• The sun, comets and constellations

The Moon is a:

• Artificial Satellite

• Asteroid

• Natural Satellite

The moon is seen from Earth because:

• It reflects light from the Sun

• It is made up of shiny metals

• It makes its own light

The Sun provides Earth with:

• Electricity and Magnetism

• Oxygen and Nitrogen

• Heat and Light

Which statement BEST describes why the sun appears to move across the sky?

• The Sun revolves around the earth so it moves across the sky

• The Sun moves backwards and forwards near the horizon

• The Earth rotates on its axis and this makes the sun appear to move

How long does it take the Earth to revolve around the Sun?

• 24 hours

• One Month

• One year

The planet labelled 1 is called:

• Jupiter

• Mercury

• Mars

The planet labelled 5 is called:

• Jupiter

• Neptune

• Saturn

Which of the following is the BEST explanation for the phases of the moon?

• The moon spins to show different faces towards the Earth

• As the Earth and Moon orbit the Sun, different parts of the moon are lit up

• The Moon changes shape

Which phase of the moon follows a new moon?

• Waxing crescent

• Full moon

• Waning crescent