Exploring the Cosmos

What are the four main phases of the Moon?

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

• Waxing Crescent

• Supermoon

• Waning Gibbous

• Blue Moon

How long does it take for the Moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

• 29.5 days

• 27 days

• 31 days

• 28 days

What is a solar eclipse and when does it occur?

• A solar eclipse happens when the Sun moves behind the Earth.

• A solar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks the Moon's light from reaching the Sun.

• A solar eclipse is when the Moon reflects the Sun's light onto the Earth.

• A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon blocks the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

What is a lunar eclipse and how does it happen?

• A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun blocks sunlight from reaching the Earth.

• A lunar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun.

• A lunar eclipse is when the Earth reflects light onto the Moon.

• A lunar eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.

What are the two solstices that occur each year?

• Spring solstice and Autumn solstice

• Equinox and Solstice

• Summer solstice and Winter solstice

• Summer equinox and Winter equinox

What is the difference between a solstice and an equinox?

• A solstice occurs twice a year, while an equinox occurs once a year.

• An equinox marks the longest and shortest days of the year, while a solstice marks equal day and night.

• A solstice marks the longest and shortest days of the year, while an equinox marks the times when day and night are of equal length.

• A solstice is when the sun is directly above the equator, while an equinox is when the sun is at its highest point.

How does the Earth's rotation affect day and night?

• The Earth's rotation causes day and night by exposing different areas to sunlight as it turns.

• The Earth's rotation creates seasons that affect day and night.

• The Earth's rotation has no effect on day and night.

• Day and night are caused by the Earth's distance from the sun.

What is the Earth's revolution around the Sun responsible for?

• The occurrence of eclipses.

• The Earth's rotation on its axis.

• The changing seasons.

• The formation of day and night.

What are constellations and how are they formed?

• Constellations are made of planets and moons.

• Constellations are only visible during the day.

• Constellations are patterns of stars formed by the grouping of stars in the night sky, recognized by cultures.

• Constellations are scientific classifications of galaxies.

Can you name three well-known constellations?

• Scorpius

• Phoenix

• Andromeda

• Orion, Ursa Major, Cassiopeia