Solar System and Earth Quiz

What is at the center of our solar system?

• Moon

• Earth

• Sun

• Mars

Why do we have day and night on Earth?

• Because the Earth spins on its axis

• Because the Sun moves around the Earth

• Because the Moon blocks the sunlight

• Because the Earth moves closer and farther from the Sun

How long does it take for the Earth to orbit around the Sun once?

• 24 hours

• 1 month

• 365 days

• 12 hours

What causes the seasons on Earth?

• The tilt of the Earth's axis

• The distance from the Sun

• The speed of the Earth's rotation

• The number of clouds in the sky

How many moons does Earth have?

• 0

• 1

• 2

• 3

What is the name of Earth's natural satellite?

• Europa

• Luna

• Titan

• Callisto

How long does it take for the Moon to orbit around the Earth?

• 1 day

• 7 days

• 30 days

• 365 days

What are time zones?

• Different zones where time stands still

• Areas with different weather patterns

• Divisions of the Earth's surface with the same standard time

• Zones with special rules for playing games

Why does the Moon have phases (like crescent, half, and full)?

• Because it gets bigger and smaller

• Because it orbits around the Earth

• Because it rotates on its axis

• Because it's made of different materials

Why do we have time zones?

• To confuse people

• To make sure everyone wakes up at the same time

• Because the Earth rotates, and different parts experience daylight at different times

• To control the climate