Shadows, Seasons and the Phases of the Moon

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

• Rotation is the orbit of Earth around the sun, while revolution is the spinning of Earth on its axis.

• Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, while revolution is the orbit of Earth around the sun.

• Rotation refers to the tilt of the Earth, while revolution refers to the distance from the sun.

• Rotation is the movement of the sun around the Earth, while revolution is the movement of the Earth on its axis.

Where do shadows face at sunset?

• East

• West

• North

• South

What is the position of the sun at sunset?

• In the east

• In the north

• In the south

• In the west

What is a full moon?

• A phase of the moon when it is completely dark.

• A phase of the moon when it is partially illuminated.

• A phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated and appears as a complete circle.

• A phase of the moon that occurs only during a solar eclipse.

What is Earth's revolution?

• The movement of Earth around the sun, which takes about 365 days.

• The rotation of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.

• The orbit of Earth around the moon, which takes about 28 days.

• The tilt of Earth's axis, which affects the seasons.

What causes the seasons to change?

• The distance of Earth from the sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis and its revolution around the sun

• The rotation of the Earth on its axis

• The gravitational pull of the moon

How does the tilt of Earth's axis affect sunlight?

• It causes the Earth to experience day and night cycles.

• It affects the angle and intensity of sunlight received, leading to seasonal changes.

• It has no effect on sunlight.

• It increases the overall temperature of the Earth.

What are the four main seasons?

• spring, summer, autumn (fall), and winter

• spring, summer, monsoon, and winter

• spring, summer, autumn (fall), and rainy

• spring, summer, autumn (fall), and dry

What is the significance of the moon's phases?

• They determine the tides on Earth.

• They help us understand the moon's position relative to Earth and the sun.

• They indicate the weather patterns on Earth.

• They are used to measure time in ancient cultures.

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

• 14 days

• 28 days

• 30 days

• 21 days