Moon Phases

What is the first phase of the moon called?

• Waning Gibbous

• Full Moon

• New Moon

• Waxing Crescent

What does 'waxing' mean in terms of the moon's phases?

• Changing color

• Shrinking

• Rotating

• Growing

Which phase comes right after a new moon?

• First Quarter

• Waxing Gibbous

• Full Moon

• Waxing Crescent

What indicates the moon is waning?

• It is always on the right side

• It is fully lit

• It appears to grow larger

• It appears to get smaller

How can you tell a crescent moon is waning?

• It is less than half-lit and lit on the left

• It is less than half-lit and lit on the right

• It is more than half-lit and lit on the left

• It is fully lit