Earth and Space, Forces, Changing Materials

Which one gives us light?

• The Sun
• The Moon
• A Rock
• The Sea

Answer explanation

The Sun is a natural light source. The Moon does not make its own light.

Why do shadows move during the day?

• The Earth turns
• The Moon moves
• The clouds move
• The Sun moves

Answer explanation

As Earth spins, the Sun appears to move in the sky, changing the direction of shadows.

What does the Sun give us?

• Light and heat
• Rain and snow
• Wind and clouds
• Water and food

Answer explanation

The Sun gives Earth the energy needed for warmth and for plants to grow.

Why does the Moon look different each night?

• We see different parts
• It changes shape
• It moves closer
• It turns off and on

Answer explanation

The Moon doesn’t change shape. We just see different parts of it as it orbits Earth.

What makes day and night?

• The Earth turns
• The Moon shines
• The Sun sleeps
• The stars move

Answer explanation

One side of Earth faces the Sun (day), the other side is dark (night).

What causes the seasons?

• The Earth moves around the Sun
• The Moon moves
• The stars change
• Clouds move

Answer explanation

Seasons happen because the Earth goes around the Sun and is tilted.

What time of day are shadows the shortest?

• Midday
• Morning
• Evening
• Night

Answer explanation

At midday, the Sun is high in the sky, so shadows are very short.

Which of these is NOT a light source?

• Mirror
• Fire
• Torch
• Sun

Answer explanation

A mirror reflects light but doesn’t make its own light like the Sun or a torch.

What happens when light hits a solid object?

• It makes a shadow
• It goes through
• It disappears
• It changes colour

Answer explanation

Solid objects block light, and this creates a shadow.

How can we tell time from the sky?

• The Sun moves and makes shadows
• The Moon tells time
• We guess
• We count clouds

Answer explanation

People used the Sun’s position and shadows to tell time before clocks.