2024 Solar Eclipse Trivia

All people in the continental US will get to see at least a partial eclipse on April 8.

• True
• False

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In which stage does the Moon need to be to create a solar eclipse?

• Full

• New

• Waxing Crescent

• First Quarter

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What are the three types of solar eclipses?

• Lunar eclipse, penumbral eclipse, and hybrid eclipse

• Total solar eclipse, partial solar eclipse, and annular solar eclipse

• Total lunar eclipse, penumbral solar eclipse, and hybrid solar eclipse

• Partial lunar eclipse, penumbral solar eclipse, and hybrid solar eclipse

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Why is it important to use proper eye protection when viewing a solar eclipse?

• To prevent permanent damage to the eyes.

• To increase the chances of seeing a shooting star.

• To enhance the viewing experience.

• To avoid getting sunburned.

What is the safest way to view a solar eclipse?

• Using binoculars or a telescope without proper solar filters

• Staring directly at the sun without any protection

• Using regular sunglasses

• Using solar viewing glasses or handheld solar viewers

When was the last total solar eclipse visible in the United States?

• July 4, 2019

• September 10, 2018

• October 31, 2016

• August 21, 2017

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How long will totality last during this solar eclipse?

• 4 to 5 minutes

• 30 seconds to 1 minute

• 10 to 15 minutes

• 2 to 3 minutes

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What type of eclipse is this?

• Total lunar eclipse
• Total solar eclipse
• Partial lunar eclipse
• Partial solar eclipse

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Solar eclipses can impact animal and plant behavior

• True

• False

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Which US State will be the first to see the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024?

• Oregon

• Texas

• Maine

• Kentucky

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