Moon Phases

Why is the New Moon not visible from Earth?

• It's too far away to be seen.

• It's behind the Earth, blocking its light.

• Its illuminated side faces away from Earth, and it's near the bright Sun.

• It only appears during the day when it's too bright to see.

Which statement accurately describes the First Quarter Moon?

• It rises at sunset and is fully illuminated.

• It rises around midday and exactly half its face is illuminated.

• It is completely dark and not visible from Earth.

• It rises just before sunrise and appears as a thin crescent.

Approximately how much later does the Moon rise each day?

• 10 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 50 minutes

• 90 minutes

What is characteristic of a Full Moon?

• It is visible only during the day.

• It rises at sunset and is completely lit up.

• It is 90 degrees from the Sun and half-illuminated.

• It is between the Earth and the Sun.

How does the Third Quarter Moon appear compared to the First Quarter Moon?

• It is completely dark, unlike the First Quarter Moon.

• It is fully illuminated, while the First Quarter Moon is half-illuminated.

• It is half-illuminated, but the opposite side is lit compared to the First Quarter Moon.

• It appears as a thin crescent, unlike the First Quarter Moon.