Amplify 6th Grade Earth's Movement and Seasons Quiz

Assume that the diagram depicts Earth moving counterclockwise around the sun. Choose the only statement that is true.

• Earth is about to be eclipsed by the moon.

• The moon is about to be eclipsed by Earth.

• The side of Earth that is facing the sun is experiencing day.

• There is not enough information here to draw any conclusion.

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Look at the diagram. What can you conclude from this diagram about the particular season for the Northern Hemisphere?

• The Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun and therefore is experiencing winter.

• The Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun and therefore is experiencing summer.

• The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun and therefore is experiencing winter.

• The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun and therefore is experiencing summer.

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The model below shows the solar system. Which statement about the model is true?

• It accurately shows the lack of empty space in the solar system.

• The sun is actually smaller than the planets in the solar system.

• The sizes of the planets in relation to each other are accurately represented in the model.

• The sun is bigger than any of the planets.

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How does this model help to explain seasons on Earth?

• It shows how Earth’s rotation affects the amount of direct sunlight an area receives.

• It shows how Earth’s distance from the sun affects the amount of direct sunlight an area receives.

• It shows how Earth’s tilt and orbit around the sun affect the amount of direct sunlight an area receives.

• It shows how the size of Earth in relation to the sun affects the amount of direct sunlight an area receives.

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Several students in a science class are trying to explain what the arrow in the image represents and how it affects the orbit of the planet. Which student's explanation is the most accurate?

• The force of gravity from the sun pushes Earth back in its revolution of other planets.

• The force of gravity from Earth and other planets causes them to orbit around the sun.

• The force of gravity from Earth pulls on the sun and causes the sun to move in a circular orbit.

• The force of gravity from the sun pulls on Earth and causes Earth to move in a circular orbit.

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Below is a diagram that shows an asteroid in Earth's orbit. Which of the following best describes the phenomenon seen in this diagram?

• The asteroid is orbiting the moon.

• Earth and the asteroid will join as one.

• The sun is pulling the Earth closer towards it.

• Gravity is holding the asteroid in orbit around the sun.

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The following is a model that represents systems in space. Which of the following describes Earth's position?

• Earth is a solar system that is part of a larger galaxy.

• Earth is within a universe that is located within a galaxy.

• Earth is located in one of the many galaxies of the universe.

• Earth is part of the Milky Way universe, which is part of the solar system.

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Jaylen noticed that the moon is completely dark one night. His brother does not understand how lunar eclipses like this happen. Jaylen explains first about the positioning of the Earth, moon, and sun. Which of the following is an accurate explanation of this positioning?

• The Earth and moon are in the straight line, while the sun is below Earth.

• The Earth, moon, and sun need to be in a straight line.

• The Earth and sun are in a straight line, while the moon is below earth.

• The moon and sun need to be in a straight line, while Earth is below the sun

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If the student wants to show what would happen to the solar system without gravity, how would the student redraw the model?

• The student would add more stars and moons to the solar system next to the planets.

• The student would redraw the solar system but without the sun, leaving only planets.

• The student would draw the planets forming a single line from the sun all the way to Saturn.

• The student would remove the orbit rings and draw the planets scattered throughout the solar system.

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Based on the data in the table, what is the scientist most likely trying to study?

• seasons on planets other than Earth

• how gravity holds planets in orbit

• scale properties of the planets and their atmospheric layers

• geographical surface features of different planets

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