Partial Eclipse of the Strawberry Moon Quiz

What is the significance of the Strawberry Moon according to Native American folklore?

• It is named after a famous Native American leader.

• It coincides with the short season for harvesting strawberries.

• It signifies the end of the strawberry harvest.

• It marks the beginning of the strawberry planting season.

During the partial lunar eclipse on June 4th, 2012, what percentage of the Moon's surface will be in shadow?

• 50%

• 37%

• 25%

• 75%

Why does the Moon appear larger when it is low in the sky?

• It is actually closer to Earth.

• The atmosphere magnifies its size.

• It is an optical illusion caused by foreground objects.

• The Moon's orbit changes its size.

Which celestial event occurred on May 20th, prior to the lunar eclipse?

• A total lunar eclipse

• A meteor shower

• An annular solar eclipse

• A partial solar eclipse

What astronomical event is set to occur on June 5th and 6th following the lunar eclipse?

• A total solar eclipse

• A comet passing by Earth

• The transit of Venus

• A lunar eclipse