Exploring Solar Eclipses and Their Effects

What happens during a solar eclipse?

• The moon blocks the Earth.

• The moon blocks the sun.

• The Earth blocks the moon.

• The sun blocks the moon.

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When do solar eclipses occur?

• When the sun, moon, and Earth align.

• When the sun is at its highest point.

• When the moon is full.

• When the Earth is closest to the sun.

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What is a total solar eclipse?

• When the sun is closest to the Earth.

• When the moon is farthest from the Earth.

• When the moon partially blocks the sun.

• When the moon completely blocks the sun.

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What is an annular eclipse?

• When the moon appears smaller and a ring of the sun is visible.

• When the moon completely blocks the sun.

• When the moon is too high in the sky.

• When the sun is partially blocked by the Earth.

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What is a partial eclipse?

• When the moon blocks only part of the sun.

• When the moon completely blocks the sun.

• When the sun is closest to the Earth.

• When the moon is farthest from the Earth.

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How do animals react during a total solar eclipse?

• Birds start singing louder.

• Birds stop singing and bats come out to hunt.

• Animals become more active.

• Bats go back to sleep.

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How often does a total solar eclipse occur?

• Every month.

• About every year and a half.

• Every two years.

• Every six months.

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What should you never do during a solar eclipse?

• Look directly at the sun.

• Use a telescope.

• Go outside.

• Take photos.

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What should you wear to view a solar eclipse safely?

• Special eclipse viewing glasses.

• A welding mask.

• Sunglasses.

• A hat.

What can you use if you don't have eclipse viewing glasses?

• A magnifying glass.

• A paper or cardboard viewer.

• A camera lens.

• A pair of binoculars.