Eclipses Quiz

What is an eclipse?

• When the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun
• When the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon
• When the Sun and the Moon collide
• When the Sun disappears from the sky

Which type of eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun?

• Solar eclipse
• Lunar eclipse
• Annular eclipse
• Partial eclipse

Which culture believed that a celestial dragon was eating the Sun during an eclipse?

• China
• Korea
• The Batammaliba
• The Hupa

According to Korean legends, why do solar eclipses happen?

• The Sun and the Moon are fighting
• A celestial dragon is eating the Sun
• The Sun is sick
• A sorcerer stole the Sun

What did the Batammaliba believe an eclipse was a conflict between?

• The Sun and the Moon
• The Earth and the Moon
• The Earth and the Sun
• The Moon and the Stars

According to the Hupa tribe, why does a lunar eclipse occur?

• The Moon is sick
• A celestial dragon is eating the Moon
• The Moon and the Sun are fighting
• A sorcerer stole the Moon

What did the Maya believe would eat the Moon during a lunar eclipse?

• A celestial dragon
• A sorcerer
• A jaguar
• A wolf

According to the Inuit people, why does a solar eclipse happen?

• The Sun and the Moon are fighting
• The Sun is sick
• A sorcerer stole the Sun
• A celestial dragon is eating the Sun

What do scientists use to predict when eclipses will happen?

• Magic
• Ancient legends
• The positions of the Sun, Moon, and Earth
• Astrology

Which story did you find the most interesting?

• Dragons Eating the Sun - China
• The Sun and the Moon Fighting - Korea
• Two Suns - The Batammaliba
• The Sun is Sick - The Hupa