Quarter Review Quiz

What happens during a solar eclipse?

• The Moon moves in front of the Sun, blocking its light.

• The Earth moves in front of the Sun, causing darkness.

• The Sun moves behind the Earth, making it night.

• The Moon disappears from the sky.

Why don't solar eclipses happen every month?

• Because the Earth is flat.

• Because the Moon's orbit around the Earth is tilted.

• Because the Sun moves too quickly.

• Because the Moon is too far away from the Earth.

What is the path of totality?

• The path the Earth takes around the Sun.

• The path the Sun takes across the sky.

• The path covered by the Moon’s shadow on the Earth.

• The path stars take at night.

What type of solar eclipse happens when the Moon completely covers the Sun?

• Partial solar eclipse.

• Total solar eclipse.

• Annular solar eclipse.

• Lunar eclipse.

During which type of solar eclipse does it look like a bite has been taken out of the Sun?

• Lunar eclipse.

• Total solar eclipse.

• Partial solar eclipse.

• Annular eclipse.

What can scientists study during a total solar eclipse?

• The Earth’s oceans.

• The Sun’s outer layer, called the corona.

• The Moon’s surface.

• Stars and planets.

How often do solar eclipses happen?

• Every month.

• Once a year.

• Every week.

• They are rare and unpredictable.

What is the Moon’s role during a solar eclipse?

• It shines brighter.

• It moves between the Earth and the Sun.

• It disappears.

• It turns red.

What type of solar eclipse happens when the Moon completely covers the Sun?

• Partial solar eclipse.

• Total solar eclipse.

• Annular solar eclipse.

• Lunar eclipse.

During which type of solar eclipse does it look like a bite has been taken out of the Sun?

• Lunar eclipse.

• Total solar eclipse.

• Partial solar eclipse.

• Annular eclipse.