Eclipses and Moon Phases Quiz

What happens during a solar eclipse?

• The moon shines brighter.

• The sun gets between the Earth and the moon.

• The moon gets between the Earth and the sun, blocking it.

• The Earth moves into the sun's shadow.

Why should you not look directly at a solar eclipse?

• It will not be visible without special glasses.

• The sun's rays can damage your eyes.

• It's no different than looking at the sun any other day.

• It can make you sleepy.

What is a partial solar eclipse?

• When the sun moves behind the moon.

• When the moon covers part of the sun.

• When the Earth covers the sun.

• When the moon covers the sun completely.

What color can the moon appear during a lunar eclipse?

• Green

• Purple

• Blue

• Red

How often does a lunar eclipse occur?

• Every day

• Twice a year

• Once a month

• Once a week

What happens during a lunar eclipse?

• The moon gets between the Earth and the sun.

• The Earth gets between the sun and the moon, blocking sunlight.

• The sun moves behind the moon.

• The moon disappears completely.

Can you look directly at a lunar eclipse?

• Only through a telescope.

• Only with special glasses.

• No, it's dangerous.

• Yes, without any protection.

Why can we sometimes see the moon during the day?

• Because the Earth is spinning.

• Because the moon is closer to the Earth.

• Because the sun lights up the moon.

• Because the moon is glowing.

What is the first phase of the moon called?

• Quarter moon

• Crescent moon

• New moon

• Full moon

What causes the different phases of the moon?

• The Earth's shadow on the moon.

• The moon changing its shape.

• The moon's light changing.

• The sun lighting up different parts of the moon.