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Solar and lunar eclipses

Quiz by Briselle Rivera

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  • Q1
    What causes a solar eclipse?
    The Sun blocking the Moon's light
    The Moon blocking the Earth's light
    The Earth blocking the Sun's light
    The Moon blocking the Sun's light
    30s
  • Q2
    What causes a lunar eclipse?
    The Earth blocking the Sun's light
    The Sun blocking the Moon's light
    The Moon blocking the Sun's light
    The Moon blocking the Earth's light
    30s
  • Q3
    During a solar eclipse, why is it not safe to look directly at the Sun?
    The Sun's rays can damage the eyes
    The Sun becomes too bright during an eclipse
    The Sun disappears during an eclipse
    The Moon reflects harmful rays during an eclipse
    30s
  • Q4
    What is the difference between a total solar eclipse and a partial solar eclipse?
    During a total solar eclipse, the Moon is completely dark.
    A total solar eclipse occurs more frequently than a partial solar eclipse.
    A total solar eclipse happens during the day, while a partial solar eclipse happens at night.
    In a total solar eclipse, only part of the Sun is blocked by the Moon. In a partial solar eclipse, the Sun is completely blocked by the Moon.
    In a total solar eclipse, the Sun is completely blocked by the Moon. In a partial solar eclipse, only part of the Sun is blocked by the Moon.
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the main factor that determines whether a solar eclipse or a lunar eclipse occurs?
    The relative positions of the Sun, Moon, and Earth
    The phase of the Moon
    The rotation of the Earth
    The time of year
    30s
  • Q6
    During a lunar eclipse, why does the Moon appear red?
    The Moon gets covered in red dust during a lunar eclipse
    The Earth's atmosphere scatters and filters sunlight, causing the Moon to appear red.
    The Moon reflects red light from the Sun during a lunar eclipse
    The Moon emits red light during a lunar eclipse
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the difference between a penumbral lunar eclipse and a total lunar eclipse?
    In a penumbral lunar eclipse, the Moon passes through the Earth's outer shadow, resulting in a subtle darkening of the Moon. In a total lunar eclipse, the Moon passes through the Earth's dark inner shadow, known as the umbra, resulting in a complete darkening and reddening of the Moon.
    A penumbral lunar eclipse only occurs during a specific season, while a total lunar eclipse can happen at any time.
    During a penumbral lunar eclipse, the Moon is completely covered by the Earth's shadow.
    In a penumbral lunar eclipse, the Moon passes through the Earth's dark inner shadow, resulting in a complete darkening of the Moon. In a total lunar eclipse, the Moon passes through the Earth's outer shadow, resulting in a subtle darkening of the Moon.
    A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs during the day, while a total lunar eclipse occurs at night.
    30s
  • Q8
    Which of the following is true about a solar eclipse?
    It can only occur during a new moon phase
    It can only occur during a full moon phase
    It is caused by the Earth's shadow
    It can happen at any phase of the moon
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the main difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?
    A solar eclipse is more common than a lunar eclipse.
    A solar eclipse occurs during the day, while a lunar eclipse occurs at night.
    A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon blocks the Sun's light from reaching the Earth, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks the Sun's light from reaching the Moon.
    A solar eclipse only happens in certain regions of the world, while a lunar eclipse is visible from everywhere on Earth.
    A solar eclipse happens when the Moon becomes completely dark, while a lunar eclipse creates a crescent Moon shape.
    30s

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