Getting Ready for the Eclipse!

The video explains solar and lunar eclipses, detailing how they occur and their visual effects. It covers the phases of the moon, why the moon is visible during the day, and the importance of not looking directly at solar eclipses. The video also highlights the upcoming solar eclipse on August 21 and encourages viewers to observe the moon's phases.

What happens during a solar eclipse?

• The moon blocks the stars.

• The sun blocks the Earth.

• The moon blocks the sun.

• The Earth blocks the moon.

What is a total solar eclipse?

• When the sun is completely visible.

• When the moon completely covers the sun.

• When the Earth blocks the sun.

• When the moon partially covers the sun.

Who will have the best view of the upcoming solar eclipse?

• People in the United States.

• People in Europe.

• People in South America.

• People in Antarctica.

Why should you not look directly at a solar eclipse?

• It can make you sleepy.

• It can damage your eyes.

• It can make you dizzy.

• It can cause sunburn.

What causes a lunar eclipse?

• The sun blocks the Earth.

• The moon blocks the stars.

• The Earth blocks the sun's light from reaching the moon.

• The moon blocks the sun.

What color can the moon appear during a lunar eclipse?

• Purple

• Red

• Green

• Blue

Why can we sometimes see the moon during the day?

• The moon is always visible.

• The Earth is not spinning.

• The moon orbits the Earth and reflects sunlight.

• The sun is not bright enough.

How long does it take for the moon to orbit the Earth?

• One day

• One month

• One week

• One year

What is the first phase of the moon?

• New moon

• Crescent moon

• Full moon

• Quarter moon

What does the term 'gibbous' refer to in moon phases?

• A new moon

• A full moon

• A half moon

• A moon that is almost full