Space topic revision quiz

What causes day and night on Earth?

• The Moon blocking the Sun's light

• The rotation of the Earth on its axis

• The Earth's orbit around the Sun

• The tilt of the Earth's axis

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

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 365 days

• 30 days

What is a year on Earth?

• The time it takes for the Moon to orbit the Earth

• The time it takes for the Earth to rotate once

• The time it takes for the Earth to orbit the Sun

• The time it takes for the Sun to orbit the Earth

Why do we have different seasons on Earth?

• The distance between the Earth and the Sun changes

• The tilt of the Earth's axis

• The shape of the Earth

• The speed of the Earth's rotation

Why is it hotter in summer than in winter in Great Britain?

• The Earth is closer to the Sun in summer

• The Sun is bigger in summer

• The tilt of the Earth's axis causes more direct sunlight

• The Moon reflects more sunlight in summer

What is the main reason it is colder in winter?

• The Sun is further away

• The Sun is smaller

• The Sun's rays hit the Earth at a lower angle

• The Moon blocks the Sun

How do we see the Moon from Earth?

• The Moon produces its own light

• The Moon reflects sunlight

• The Moon glows in the dark

• The Moon is made of glass

How long does it take for the Moon to complete one orbit around the Earth?

• About 1 day

• About 7 days

• About 29.5 days

• About 365 days

What causes the different phases of the Moon?

• The Moon changing shape

• The Earth's shadow covering the Moon

• The positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun

• The Moon spinning faster

What is the correct order of the main phases of the Moon?

• New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, Last Quarter

• Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter, Last Quarter

• First Quarter, New Moon, Last Quarter, Full Moon

• Last Quarter, Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter