Solar Eclipse Quiz

What is a solar eclipse?

• When the Earth passes between the moon and the sun

• When the moon passes between the Earth and the sun

• When the sun passes between the Earth and the moon

• When the Earth and moon are not aligned

What happens during a total solar eclipse?

• The moon only partially covers the sun

• The sun is completely covered by the moon

• The Earth is completely covered by the moon

• The moon does not block the sun at all

What is the term used to describe the complete covering of the sun during a solar eclipse?

• Shadowing

• Totality

• Eclipse

• Obscuration

What should you use to safely view a solar eclipse?

• Regular sunglasses

• Solar eclipse glasses

• Binoculars without filters

• A camera without a filter

During which phase of a solar eclipse is it safe to look directly at the sun?

• During a partial eclipse

• During totality

• Before the eclipse starts

• After the eclipse ends

How often do total solar eclipses occur on average?

• Every 12 months

• Every 18 months

• Every 24 months

• Every 36 months

Why are most eclipses considered rare viewing opportunities?

• They happen at night

• They are not visible from inhabited areas

• They last for only a few seconds

• They occur only in winter

What do eclipses entice skywatchers to do?

• Stay indoors

• Travel around the world

• Watch television

• Ignore the event

According to the Natural History Museum, London, how many times do eclipses occur over Earth each year?

• Several times

• Once a year

• Twice a year

• Every month

What type of solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024?

• Partial solar eclipse

• Total solar eclipse

• Annular solar eclipse

• Hybrid solar eclipse