Lunar Eclipse

Imagine you are standing on the Earth. What would you call the event when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon?

• It's like the Moon is blocking the Sun's light

• It's like the Earth is blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Moon

• It's like the Sun is coming between the Earth and the Moon

• It's like the Moon has disappeared from the sky

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During a lunar eclipse, why does the Moon, as viewed from Earth, appear to be completely dark?

• The Moon moves into the shadow cast by the Earth

• The Sun moves behind the Moon, blocking its light

• The Earth moves out of the direct light of the Sun

• The Moon switches off its light

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During which phase of the Moon, when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned, does a lunar eclipse occur?

• New Moon

• First Quarter

• Full Moon

• Last Quarter

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Why doesn't a lunar eclipse occur every full moon?

• Because the Moon's orbit is tilted relative to the Earth's orbit around the Sun

• Because the Earth's orbit is perfectly circular

• Because the Sun moves too quickly

• Because the Moon is too far away

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During a total lunar eclipse, why does the Moon sometimes appear red (crimson)?

• Because the Moon is reflecting the Earth's sunsets and sunrises

• Because the Moon is getting closer to the Sun

• Because the Moon is overheating

• Because the Earth is blocking all blue light

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How often does the Earth come between the Moon and the Sun, causing a shadow on the Moon?

• Once a month

• Twice a month

• 2-5 times a year

• Once a year

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During a lunar eclipse, can the event be observed from any location on the Earth's night side?

• Yes, if the sky is clear

• No, it can only be observed from specific locations

• Yes, but only with a telescope

• No, it can only be observed from the poles

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During a family picnic, John, representing the Earth, stands between his two friends, representing the Sun and the Moon. In this scenario, lunar eclipses can only happen when ______ is in between the ______ and the Moon.

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Imagine you are standing on the Moon during a lunar eclipse. In what order would you see the Earth, Moon and Sun aligned?

• Moon, Earth, Sun

• Sun, Moon, Earth

• Sun, Moon, Sun

• Moon, Sun, Earth

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Why doesn't a lunar eclipse occur every month when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned?

• The Moon's path around the Earth is tilted compared to the Earth's path around the Sun.

• The Sun's light never reaches the Moon.

• The Earth's atmosphere absorbs the light that would otherwise reach the Moon.

• The Moon is shy and sometimes prefers to stay out of the Earth's shadow.

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