Earth in Space Review

The same side of the Moon is always visible from Earth because

• the Moon does not rotate on its axis.

• the far side of the Moon faces Earth during the day.

• the Moon makes one rotation per revolution around Earth.

• the rate of rotation is the same for Earth and the Moon.

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Which phase of the Moon occurs after the waxing gibbous?

• waning gibbous

• waxing crescent

• full moon

• new moon

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During which phase of the moon could a solar eclipse take place?

• full moon

• new moon

• first quarter

• waxing crescent

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A full moon is observed every

• 2 weeks.

• 24 hours.

• 29.5 days.

• 365 days.

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There are four seasons in a year. Which reason is MOST responsible for the changing seasons on Earth?

• the way Earth tilts on its axis.

• the way Earth rotates on its axis

• changes in the distance between Earth and the Sun.

• changes in the amount of energy the Sun produces.

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Which influences tides on Earth more?

• The Moon

• The Sun

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About how long does it take for the Moon to revolve around the Earth?

• 7 hours

• 7days

• 24 hour

• 30 days

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What causes tides on Earth?

• Gravity

• Inertia

• The Sun

• Wind

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When is the length of day longest in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Winter

• Summer

• Spring

• Fall

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During which month would the North Carolina have the MOST sunlight energy available?

• December

• March

• June

• September

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