Moon and Earth: Effects on Life

What causes the different phases of the Moon?

• The Moon changing its shape

• The Moon moving around the Earth

• The Earth moving around the Sun

• The Sun moving around the Earth

How often does a full moon occur?

• Once a week

• Once a month

• Once a year

• Once a day

What is the main cause of ocean tides on Earth?

• The wind

• The Sun's heat

• The Moon's gravity

• The Earth's rotation

What effect does the Earth's rotation have on day and night?

• It causes the seasons to change

• It makes the Sun rise and set

• It changes the Moon's phases

• It affects the ocean tides

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 30 days

• 365 days

Which animal is known to use the Moon for navigation during migration?

• Bears

• Sea turtles

• Penguins

• Elephants

What is one way that the Moon affects animal behaviour?

• It changes their colour

• It affects their sleep patterns

• It makes them grow faster

• It changes their diet

Why do some animals become more active during a full moon?

• They can see better at night

• They are afraid of the dark

• They are looking for food

• They are trying to hide

What is the term for the Moon phase when it is not visible from Earth?

• Full Moon

• New Moon

• Half Moon

• Crescent Moon

How does the Earth's rotation affect the weather?

• It causes earthquakes

• It creates wind patterns

• It makes volcanoes erupt

• It changes the ocean's saltiness