Understanding Solar Eclipses and Safety

Understanding Solar Eclipses and Safety

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physics, Geography

4th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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Bill Nye explains the 2017 North American total solar eclipse, detailing how eclipses occur when the Sun, Moon, and Earth align. He describes the phenomenon of totality, where the Sun is completely covered by the Moon, and the path of totality across the US. Safety tips for viewing the eclipse are provided, emphasizing the use of special-purpose solar filters. The video also highlights educational resources like the Junior Ranger Eclipses Explorer activity book, created by the National Park Service and the Planetary Society.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a total solar eclipse?

When the Sun, Moon, and Earth line up perfectly.

When the Moon is closest to the Earth.

When the Earth blocks the Sun's light.

When the Sun is at its highest point in the sky.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens during totality in a solar eclipse?

The Moon is partially covered by the Sun.

The Earth blocks the Moon's light.

The entire Sun is completely covered by the Moon.

The Sun and Moon are side by side.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for when only part of the Sun is hidden behind the Moon?

Lunar eclipse

Annular eclipse

Partial eclipse

Totality

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which areas will experience totality during the 2017 North American Eclipse?

Only South America

All of North America

Only the Oregon coast

Certain areas in the United States

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What will happen to birds and animals during the total eclipse?

They will quiet down thinking it is nighttime.

They will fly towards the Sun.

They will start singing loudly.

They will become more active.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you use to safely view the solar eclipse?

Regular sunglasses

A magnifying glass

Tinted plastic or glass

Special-purpose solar filters

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it dangerous to look at the Sun during an eclipse without proper protection?

It can cause headaches.

It can cause temporary blindness.

It can damage your eyes permanently.

It can make you dizzy.

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