Gr. 5 Activity - Review

What phase of the moon appears as a full bright circle in the sky?

• New Moon

• First Quarter

• Full Moon

• Last Quarter

What do wee call a group of stars that form a pattern in the sky?

• Asteroid

• Planet

• Constellation

• Satellite

Which of the following is a sign that a typhoon is approaching?

• Clear blue skies

• Leaves changing color

• Bright sunshine all day

• Sudden drop in temperature and strong winds

What phase of the moon comes after a New Moon?

• Full Moon

• Waning Gibbous

• Waxing Crescent

• Last Quarter

How long does it take for the moon to complete all its phases?

• 30 days

• 7 days

• 15 days

• 60 days

Why do constellations seem to move across the night sky?

• Because the stars are flying

• Because of the moon's light

• Because the Earth rotates

• Because the sun is rising

Which constellation is known as "The Hunter"?

• Orion

• Taurus

• Ursa Major

• Ursa Minor

Which constellation contains the North Star (Polaris)?

• Orion

• Gemini

• Ursa Minor

• Ursa Major

Why do we see different constellations at different times of the year?

• Because stars move quickly

• Because the moon blocks them

• Because clouds hide them

• Because the Earth orbits around the sun

What do we call the calm area in the center of a typhoon?

• ITCZ

• Eye

• Storm

• Hurricane