Quiz on Lunar and Solar Eclipses

How many types of lunar eclipses are there?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What causes a lunar eclipse?

• The moon moves into the Earth's shadow

• The Earth moves into the moon's shadow

• The sun moves behind the moon

• The moon shines brighter than usual

During a total lunar eclipse, the moon appears red because:

• The moon is closer to the Earth

• The moon is reflecting the sun's red light

• Earth's atmosphere filters out most of the blue light

• The sun is emitting more red light than usual

What is necessary for a lunar eclipse to occur?

• The moon must be new

• The moon must be half

• The moon must be full

• The moon must be in a quarter phase

How many types of solar eclipses are there?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What happens during a total solar eclipse?

• The moon casts a shadow onto the sun

• The Earth casts a shadow onto the moon

• The moon casts a shadow onto the Earth

• The sun casts a shadow onto the moon

Why does the sky become very dark during a total solar eclipse?

• The moon blocks all sunlight from reaching Earth

• The Earth moves away from the sun

• The sun turns off its light

• The Earth's atmosphere absorbs all the light

What is the dark center of the shadow called during a solar eclipse?

• Penumbra

• Umbra

• Corona

• Annular

What type of solar eclipse occurs when the moon is farthest from Earth?

• Total solar eclipse

• Partial solar eclipse

• Annular solar eclipse

• Hybrid solar eclipse

How often do solar eclipses happen?

• Every 6 months

• Every 12 months

• Every 18 months

• Every 24 months