Moon Phases Quiz

What are two ways the moon’s appearance changes over time?

• It changes speed and brightness in the sky.

• It changes orbit and brightness in the sky.

• It changes speed and position in the sky.

• It changes phase and position in the sky.

Isaac states that the moon revolves around the Earth. Which of the following best describes Isaac’s statement?

• It is an opinion because it is a belief not supported by repeatable observations.

• It is a fact because it is a belief not supported by repeatable observations.

• It is an opinion because it is supported by repeatable observations.

• It is a fact because it is supported by repeatable observations.

The diagram below shows the four main phases of the moon.When observing the sky one night, Michael sees a first-quarter moon. What phase of the moon will Michael see in the night sky about two weeks later?

• New moon

• First quarter

• Full moon

• Last quarter

Which picture of the moon shows a full moon?

• A

• B

• C

• D

The moon seems to move across the sky once each night. Which of the following statements describes why this happens?

• The moon revolves around Earth.

• Earth revolves around the sun.

• Earth rotates on its axis.

• Earth’s axis is tilted.

During an investigation, Isabella observes the moon’s phase. She can see half of the lit side of the moon. She draws and labels this phase. Which of the following did she most likely draw?

• New Moon

• Crescent Moon

• Quarter Moon

• Full Moon

Which phase of the moon occurs when the moon is at position 2?

• Full moon

• New moon

• Last quarter

• First quarter

The phases of the moon are caused by the relative positions of Earth, the sun, and the moon. When the moon is aligned with and between Earth and the sun, which phase is happening?

• Full moon

• New moon

• First quarter moon

• Third quarter moon

Which picture of the moon shows a new moon?

• A

• B

• C

• D

The following diagram shows the moon in the ___________ moon phase.

• Last quarter

• Full moon

• Waxing crescent

• New moon

• First quarter