WorksheetsLunar Phases and Tides
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 7mins
Tides are caused by _________________
the gravitational pull of the moon only.
large storms over the ocean.
the action of Earth's tectonic plates.
the combined gravitational forces of the sun and moon.
Which diagram best represents a first quarter moon?
When is a neap tide most likely to occur?
January 12th and 28th
January 5th and 20th
January 1st, 4th, and 9th
January 13th through the 16th
Based on the diagram, where is the sun located
On the left of the diagram
On the right of the diagram
Above the diagram
Below the diagram
Based on the diagram above, what phase is observed from Earth at location D?
waxing crescent
first quarter
waning crescent
new moon
How would the moon appear from point B?
Based on the image, what lunar phase will be visible from Earth next?
waxing gibbous
first quarter
full moon
new moon
Based on the sequence shown, which word best describes the changes in the moon's appearance during this portion of the lunar cycle?
waxing
waning
crescent
gibbous
Based on the sequence shown, which word best descrives the changes in the Moon's appearance?
waxing
waning
gibbous
equinox
True or False? The Sun has a greater influence on Earth's tides than the moon.
False
True
