Show:
Moon
Sun
Seasons
Seasons 2
General Knowledge
100

The Moon is Earth's only natural ________.

satellite

100

  1. Which of the following is NOT affected by the Sun?

    • A) Ocean Currents
    • B) Weather Patterns
    • C) Moon's Gravity
    • D) Climate
  1. C) Moon's Gravity
100

What causes the different seasons on Earth?

A) The distance from the Sun

B) The tilt of the Earth's axis

C) The phases of the Moon

D) The Earth's rotation speed

B) The tilt of the Earth's axis

100

The Earth is tilted on its _______________________, which causes the seasons.

axis

100

The sunlit fraction of the moon that is visible from Earth continues to grow.

Waxing Gibbous

200

What is the Moon primarily made of?

A) Gas

B) Liquid water

C) Rock and dust

D) Ice

C) Rock and dust

200

  1. What is the primary function of the Sun for Earth?

    • A) Provide water
    • B) Provide heat and light
    • C) Provide food
    • D) Provide oxygen
  1. B) Provide heat and light
200

Which season follows summer in the Northern Hemisphere?

A) Winter

B) Spring

C) Fall

D) Summer

C) Fall

200
  • During the ________________________, the Northern Hemisphere experiences the longest day of the year.

solstice

200

The sunlit fraction of the moon that is visible from Earth decreases.

Waning Gibbous

300

What phase is the Moon in when we can see the entire face illuminated?

A) New Moon

B) First Quarter

C) Full Moon

D) Last Quarter

C) Full Moon

300

The Sun is a ___ at the center of our solar system.

star

300

What is the name of the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere?

A) Winter Solstice

B) Summer Solstice

C) Autumn Equinox

D) Spring Equinox

B) Summer Solstice

300

In the Southern Hemisphere,____________________ occurs when it is summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

winter

300

One full rotation is equal to.

A day

400

How long does it take for the Moon to orbit Earth?

A) 24 hours

B) 7 days

C) 27.3 days

D) 365 days

C) 27.3 days

400

  1. How does the Sun benefit life on Earth?

    • A) By providing water
    • B) By providing food
    • C) By providing light and heat
    • D) By providing air
  1. C) By providing light and heat
400

Which season is characterized by blooming flowers and warmer temperatures?

A) Winter

B) Spring

C) Summer

D) Fall

B) Spring

400

_______________________ is known for its falling leaves and cooling temperatures.

autumn

400

One full revolution is equal to.

A year

500

What is the dark, flat regions on the Moon's surface called?

A) Highlands

B) Valleys

C) Maria

D) Craters

C) Maria

500

  1. The Sun's influence on Earth affects what natural phenomena?

    • A) Tides
    • B) Volcanoes
    • C) Climate and weather
    • D) Earthquakes
  1. C) Climate and weather
500

In which season do animals typically hibernate?

A) Spring

B) Summer

C) Fall

D) Winter

D) Winter

500
  • The equinoxes occur when day and night are of ____________________ length.

equal

500

How many days does it takes for a full moon in a month?

29.5 to be exact / 28