Eclipses

Eclipses

7th Grade

14 Qs

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Eclipses

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse?

A solar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon blocks the Sun.

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon blocks the Sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.

A solar eclipse occurs when the Sun is directly behind the Earth, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon is directly behind the Sun.

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is in the Earth's shadow, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun is in the Moon's shadow.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is a lunar eclipse?

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

A lunar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking sunlight from reaching the Earth.

A lunar eclipse is when the Earth moves into the shadow of the Moon during a new moon phase.

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun is directly behind the Earth, illuminating the Moon fully.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is a solar eclipse?

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking all or part of the Sun's light.

A solar eclipse happens when the Earth passes between the Moon and the Sun, casting a shadow on the Moon.

A solar eclipse is when the Sun is completely obscured by clouds, preventing any sunlight from reaching the Earth.

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon reflects sunlight towards the Earth, creating a bright light in the sky.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of the path of totality during a solar eclipse?

The path of totality is the area on Earth where a total solar eclipse can be observed.

The path of totality is the region where partial solar eclipses are visible.

The path of totality is the line that marks the beginning of a lunar eclipse.

The path of totality is the area where solar flares are most intense.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is a total solar eclipse?

A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely covers the Sun, as viewed from Earth.

A total solar eclipse happens when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon.

A total solar eclipse is when the Sun is obscured by clouds during the day.

A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is at its farthest point from Earth.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the role of the Moon in eclipses?

The Moon's position relative to the Earth and Sun determines whether a solar or lunar eclipse occurs.

The Moon reflects sunlight to illuminate the Earth during the night.

The Moon's gravitational pull causes ocean tides, affecting eclipse visibility.

The Moon orbits the Earth in a way that always keeps one side facing the Sun.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How often do solar eclipses occur?

Once a year

At least twice a year

Every month

Every five years

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