WorksheetsSolar Eclipse
Total questions: 7
Worksheet time: 4mins
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Class
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1.
What happens during a total solar eclipse?
a)
The moon is blocked from view by the sun.
b)
The sun is blocked from view by the moon.
c)
The earth is blocked from view by the moon.
d)
The earth is blocked from view by the sun.
2.
During a solar eclipse, the _________ of the sun is still visible.
a)
sun
b)
earth
c)
corona
d)
core
3.
When the sun is covered by the moon in totality, what is the effect called?
a)
The total effect
b)
The eclipse effect
c)
The solar effect
d)
The diamond ring effect
4.
Will Perris, California be in the direct path of the solar eclipse?
a)
No
b)
Yes
c)
Maybe
d)
I don't know
5.
This image shows the path of the _______________ that will happen on August 21st, 2017.
a)
tornado
b)
tsunami
c)
solar eclipse
d)
moon
6.
This solar eclipse is rarely experienced in North America because:
a)
The moon usually does not line up at the perfect angle and distance to block out the entire sun.
b)
The moon doesn't like the sun and stays away.
c)
The sun usually does not line up in the correct orbital path to line up with the moon.
d)
This type of solar eclipse is not rare.
7.
Why is it so important to wear solar eclipse viewing glasses?
a)
Viewing the moon's shadow may harm your eyes.
b)
Viewing the sun directly may harm your eyes.
c)
Viewing the eclipse may make your eyes pop out.
d)
None of the above.
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