Planets and Their Mythological Names

Planets and Their Mythological Names

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science

3rd - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video introduces the solar system, focusing on the Sun and the eight planets. Each planet's name origin is explained, highlighting connections to Roman and Greek mythology. The video concludes by emphasizing the uniqueness of each planet's name and encourages viewers to engage by sharing their favorite planet.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Sun called in Greek?

Zeus

Sol

Helios

Apollo

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which planet is named after the Roman messenger god?

Mercury

Jupiter

Mars

Venus

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about Earth's name compared to other planets?

It's named after a Roman god

It's named after a star

It's named after a Greek god

It's not named after a god

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Mars associated with the Roman god of war?

Its speed

Its size

Its reddish color

Its rings

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which planet is the largest in our solar system?

Earth

Saturn

Jupiter

Neptune

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Saturn known for?

Its proximity to the Sun

Its speed

Its rings

Its blue color

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Uranus is named after which Greek god?

Hermes

Uranus

Zeus

Poseidon

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