Understanding Moon Phases and Cycles

The video tutorial builds on previous lessons about moon phases, explaining the lunar cycle and how to predict moon phases using a calendar. It covers the eight moon phases, their duration, and how to apply this knowledge practically. Students are challenged to predict moon phases on specific dates and encouraged to check their work.

What is the primary focus of this week's lesson on moon phases?

• Predicting moon phases using a calendar

• Learning about the sun's phases

• Understanding the Earth's rotation

• Studying the stars

How many days does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle around the Earth?

• 30 days

• 7 days

• 28 days

• 14 days

Which of the following is NOT a phase of the moon?

• New Moon

• Full Moon

• Waxing Crescent

• Half Moon

Approximately how many days does each moon phase last?

• 1 day

• 3.5 days

• 14 days

• 7 days

If a waxing gibbous is observed on January 3rd, which phase is expected around January 7th?

• New Moon

• First Quarter

• Waning Crescent

• Full Moon

What moon phase occurs halfway through the lunar cycle?

• Waxing Crescent

• New Moon

• Full Moon

• Third Quarter

On January 17th, which moon phase should be expected if counting backwards from a new moon on the 21st?

• Full Moon

• First Quarter

• Waxing Gibbous

• Waning Crescent

What is the challenge given to students at the end of the lesson?

• Predict weather patterns

• Create a model of the solar system

• Fill in the moon phases for specific dates on a calendar

• Write an essay on moon phases

Which dates are students asked to fill in the moon phases for as part of their challenge?

• 1st, 5th, 15th, 20th

• 3rd, 7th, 17th, 21st

• 2nd, 6th, 16th, 22nd

• 10th, 14th, 24th, 28th

What should students do after completing the challenge on their own?

• Present their work in class

• Discuss with a partner

• Check back on Canvas to see how they did

• Submit their work via email