Stars, The Sun, and The Seasons

What causes the daily change in the light we get from the Sun?

• The Earth's rotation

• The Earth's revolution

• The Moon's orbit

• The Sun's movement

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 29 days

• 365 days

What is the term for the Moon's circular trip around the Earth?

• Rotation

• Orbit

• Revolution

• Cycle

Why do different stars appear in the sky in winter than in summer?

• The stars move

• The Earth rotates

• The Earth's revolution around the Sun

• The Moon's phases

What is the nearest star to Earth called?

• Sirius

• Betelgeuse

• Proxima Centauri

• Rigel

Why does Sirius appear brighter than Rigel in our night sky?

• Sirius is closer to Earth

• Rigel is smaller than Sirius

• Sirius is actually brighter

• Rigel is farther away

What happens to shadows when the Sun is directly overhead?

• They become longer

• They disappear

• They point towards the Sun

• They become shorter