Mercury
This planet is the closest to the Sun.
Mercury
He was the first man to walk on the moon.
Neil Armstrong
What is the Sun's role in the water cycle on Earth?
It provides energy for evaporation.
Who was the leader of the American Army?
George Washington
Which CITY did the First Continental Congress take place?
Philadelphia
What is Mercury's core made of?
Iron
DAILY DOUBLE
How much lighter is the moon's gravity compared to Earth's?
Why does the Sun appear to rise and set?
Due to Earth's rotation.
Who was the King of England during the American Revolution?
King George III
Which document declared the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule?
Declaration of Independence
Why is Mercury known for extreme temperature differences?
Lack of Atmosphere and Proximity to the Sun.
Is there gravity on the moon?
Yes
How far is the Sun from the Earth?
~93 million miles
What was the role of the Minutemen in the early stages of the Revolution?
Militia ready to fight at a moment's notice
What were the primary grievances expressed in the Declaration of Independence?
Unjust taxation
violation of rights
abuse of power
How long does it take Mercury to complete one orbit around the Sun?
88 (Earth) Days
How long does it take for the moon to orbit Earth.
27(.3) days
What is the Sun's approximate age?
~4.6 billion years.
What was the significance of the Battle of Bunker Hill?
Showed determination of the American forces
Why did the British impose taxes on the American colonies?
To generate revenue and pay off war debts
What is the surface of Mercury mostly covered with?
Rocks and Craters
The moon's phases are caused by what?
Its position relative to the Earth and the Sun.
What is the Sun made of?
Mostly hydrogen and helium.
Finish the following famous phrase:
_______ if by _______ , _______ if by ________.
ONE if by LAND, TWO if by SEA
In which year did the American Revolution begin?
1775