Phases of the Moon

What is the duration of the Moon's complete phase cycle?

• 27.3 days

• 29.5 days

• 30 days

• 28 days

During which phase is the entire face of the Moon visible from Earth?

• New Moon

• First Quarter

• Full Moon

• Last Quarter

What causes the different phases of the Moon?

• The Moon's own light

• The Moon's position relative to Earth and the Sun

• The Earth's shadow

• The Sun's rotation

What is the term for when the Moon rotates at the same rate as it orbits Earth?

• Elliptical rotation

• Synchronous rotation

• Asynchronous rotation

• Circular rotation

What happens during a total lunar eclipse?

• The Moon is completely invisible

• The Moon appears reddish

• The Sun is completely covered

• The Moon is partially visible

Which type of tide occurs during the New Moon and Full Moon?

• Neap Tides

• Spring Tides

• Low Tides

• High Tides

What role does the Moon play in stabilizing Earth?

• It creates high and low tides

• It stabilizes Earth's tilt

• It causes eclipses

• It reflects sunlight