Lunar Eclipse Fun

During a camping trip, Sophia noticed a Full moon in the sky. Which type of eclipse could she be observing?

• solar eclipse

• lunar eclipse

An occurs when one object in space blocks another

(a)  

A _ eclipse occurs when the Earth comes between the sun and the moon

(a)  

Occurs when the moon moves into Earth’s shadow

• Solar Eclipse

• Lunar Eclipse

• Perigee

• Spring Tide

What is a lunar eclipse?

• When the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon

• When the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth

• When the Sun comes between the Earth and the Moon

• When the Moon moves out of Earth's shadow

During a lunar eclipse, which celestial body casts a shadow on the Moon?

• The Sun

• The Earth

• Mars

• Venus

What phase is the Moon in during a lunar eclipse?

• New Moon

• First Quarter

• Full Moon

• Last Quarter

How often do lunar eclipses occur in a year?

• Once

• Twice

• Two to four times

• Five to six times

What is the term for the darkest part of Earth's shadow during a lunar eclipse?

• Penumbra

• Umbra

• Antumbra

• Eclipse

Which ancient civilization is known for predicting lunar eclipses?

• The Romans

• The Greeks

• The Babylonians

• The Egyptians