Solar
A solar eclipse is when the _______ blocks the sun's light from the ________.
Moon, Earth
What could the moon appear during a lunar eclipse?
A. red/copper
b. blue
c. black/no color
A. red/copper
This eclipse is seen at night.
Lunar
How often can a solar eclipse be seen from the same location?
A. every few years
B. every 20 years
C. every 100 years
A. every few years
Which object casts a shadow during a lunar eclipse?
a. sun
b. moon
c. Earth
C. Earth
This eclipse is seen during the day.
For a solar eclipse to occur, the _________ must be between the __________ and the sun.
moon, Earth
Is a lunar eclipse safer to watch than a solar eclipse?
A. no, they require special glasses
B. yes, they don't require special glasses
b. yes, they don't require special glasses
True or False: you must be in the moon's shadow to see a total solar eclipse.
True
A total solar eclipse can last for how long?
A. a few hours
b. a few days
c. a few minutes
C. a few minutes
In a lunar eclipse, the moon passes through the __________ shadow.
A. Sun's
B. Earth's
B. Earth's
Why shouldn't you look directly at the sun during an eclipse?
It can cause eye damage
What is needed to safely look at a solar eclipse?
A. a hat
b. special viewing glasses
c. cardboard box with holes in it
B. special viewing glasses
How often do lunar eclipse happen?
A. every 100 years
B. a few times a year
C. every 3 years
B. A few times a year
True or False: the moon produces its own light.
False