Solar Eclipse Quiz: When Did It Happened?

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In June 2011 who were able to see the solar eclipse?
- People in Ireland.
- People living in East Asia and Iceland.
- The people in East Asia, part of North America, and Iceland.
- People living in Iceland.

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Solar eclipse Quiz: When Did It Happen? A solar eclipse is said to have occurred when the moon moves between the earth and the sun. This makes the moon cast a shadow over the earth. Do you know over the years when this phenomenon happened and where it was visible from? This quiz is a perfect way to test what See moreyou know. Check it out and see what you learn!

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From which country will the annular eclipse be seen on Dec 26th, 2019?
- Saudi Arabia, India, Sumatra, Borneo.
- Saudi Arabia, India.
- India and Sumatra.
- Borneo and Sumatra
Correct Answer

A. Saudi Arabia, India, Sumatra, Borneo.

Explanation

On December 26th, 2019, the annular eclipse will be visible from Saudi Arabia, India, Sumatra, and Borneo.

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From which continents were the solar eclipse of January 4th, 2011 seen?
- Europe, Africa and Central Asia.
- Europe and Africa
- Central Asia
- Europe
Correct Answer

A. Europe, Africa and Central Asia.

Explanation

The solar eclipse of January 4th, 2011 was visible from Europe, Africa, and Central Asia.

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From where was the solar eclipse of May 2013 seen?
- Central Pacific.
- New Zealand, Central Pacific
- Australia, New Zealand, Central Pacific.
- Australia.
Correct Answer

A. Australia, New Zealand, Central Pacific.

Explanation

The solar eclipse of May 2013 was visible from Australia, New Zealand, and the Central Pacific.

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From where could the October 2014 eclipse be seen?
- From North America, Northern Pacific.
- North America.
- North Pacific.
- Japan.
Correct Answer

A. From North America, Northern Pacific.

Explanation

The October 2014 eclipse could be seen from North America and the Northern Pacific. This means that people located in these regions had the opportunity to witness the eclipse.

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From where was the eclipse of November 3, 2013, seen?
- Eastern America, Southern Europe, Africa.
- Southern Africa.
- Southern Africa, Eastern Americas.
- North America.
Correct Answer

A. Eastern America, Southern Europe, Africa.

Explanation

The eclipse of November 3, 2013, was visible from Eastern America, Southern Europe, and Africa. This means that people in these regions had the opportunity to witness the eclipse. It is important to note that the eclipse was not visible from Southern Africa or North America.

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Who was able to see the annular eclipse in May 2012?
- The people in Asia, Pacific, and North America.
- The people living in Asia.
- The people in Asia and Africa.
- The people in Africa and North America.
Correct Answer

A. The people in Asia, Pacific, and North America.

Explanation

The annular eclipse in May 2012 was visible to the people in Asia, Pacific, and North America. This means that individuals residing in these regions had the opportunity to witness the event.

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8.

Which country made the list of the countries where the September 13th eclipse could be seen?
- South Africa
- Gabon
- Egypt
- Spain
Correct Answer

A. South Africa

Explanation

South Africa made the list of the countries where the September 13th eclipse could be seen.

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Which country made the list of the sites where the March 2016 eclipse could be seen?
- The Philippines
- South Korea
- Australia
- China
Correct Answer

A. Australia

Explanation

Australia made the list of the sites where the March 2016 eclipse could be seen.

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Which continent did not make the list of the places where the September 2016 solar eclipse could be seen?
- Africa
- Indian Ocean
- Madagascar
- South East Asia
Correct Answer

A. South East Asia

Explanation

South East Asia did not make the list of places where the September 2016 solar eclipse could be seen. This means that the eclipse was not visible in this region during that time.

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