Science Checkpoint 1 Review

What is the only star in our solar system?

• Polaris

• The Sun

• Sirius

• Betelgeuse

Why does the Sun appear bigger and brighter than other stars?

• It is the largest star in the universe.

• It is much closer to Earth than other stars.

• It is made of different materials.

• It is the only star that emits light.

Why can we only see the Sun during the daytime?

• The Sun is the only star that shines during the day.

• The Sun is too far away to be seen at night.

• The Sun looks so bright that it outshines other stars during the day.

• The Sun is the only star that moves across the sky.

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What shape is the Earth?

• Flat

• Cube

• Sphere

• Pyramid

What causes the daily pattern of daytime and nighttime on Earth?

• The Sun moving around the Earth

• The Earth spinning once each day

• The stars moving around the Earth

• The Moon blocking the Sun

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How long is a day on Earth?

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 48 hours

• 36 hours

What force pulls objects down toward the ground on Earth?

• Magnetism

• Friction

• Gravity

• Electricity

In which direction is "up" on Earth?

• Toward the Sun

• Away from the ground

• Toward the North Pole

• Toward the South Pole

Where are stars located in relation to Earth?

• Only in the northern sky

• Only in the southern sky

• In all directions

• Only above the equator

Why are stars not visible during the daytime?

• They are not present in the sky.

• They are too far away to be seen.

• The Sun's brightness makes them invisible.

• They only shine at night.