
Exploring Solar and Lunar Eclipses for Kids

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Science
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6th - 10th Grade
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Hard
Standards-aligned

Ethan Morris
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to use protective materials when viewing a solar eclipse?
To make the sun appear larger
To enhance the colors of the eclipse
To prevent damage to our eyes from the bright sun
To see the eclipse more clearly
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main reason the sun appears the same size as the moon from Earth?
The sun is much closer to Earth than the moon
The moon is much larger than the sun
The sun is much farther from Earth than the moon
The moon is much farther from Earth than the sun
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS1-3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens when the moon passes in front of the sun during a solar eclipse?
The sun and moon both disappear
The moon becomes invisible
The sun becomes completely visible
The moon covers the sun from our view
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a total solar eclipse?
When the moon partially covers the sun
When the moon completely covers the sun
When the sun covers the moon
When the sun and moon are both visible
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During a total solar eclipse, what can sometimes be seen in the sky?
The planets
The clouds
The moon
The stars
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the Earth's shadow called during a lunar eclipse?
Umbra
Penumbra
Corona
Ecliptic
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why can't the sun cover the moon during a lunar eclipse?
The moon is too close to Earth
The sun is too small
The moon is too far away
The sun is farther from Earth than the moon
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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