A Trivia Quiz On Types Of Eclipses!
Explore the fascinating world of eclipses with this trivia quiz! Understand the mechanics behind solar and lunar eclipses, and identify different types through engaging questions.
- 1.
A Solar Eclipse happens when the _______________ blocks the _________________.
- A.
Earth blocks the Sun.
- B.
Moon blocks the Earth.
- C.
Sun blocks the Moon.
- D.
Moon blocks the Sun.
Correct Answer
D. Moon blocks the Sun.Explanation
A solar eclipse is when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun and casts its shadow on the Earth.Rate this question:
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- 2.
A Lunar Eclipse happens when the _______________ blocks the _________________.
- A.
Earth casts a shadow on the Sun.
- B.
Moon casts a shadow on the Earth.
- C.
Sun casts a shadow on the Moon.
- D.
Earth casts a shadow on the Moon
Correct Answer
D. Earth casts a shadow on the MoonExplanation
A lunar eclipse is when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon and its shadow is cast onto the moon.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The following shows a ___________________ eclipse happening.
- A.
Solar
- B.
Lunar
- C.
Complete
- D.
Partial
Correct Answer
A. SolarExplanation
A solar eclipse is when the Moon casts a shadow on the Earth.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The following shows a ____________________ eclipse happening.
- A.
Solar
- B.
Lunar
- C.
Complete
- D.
Partial
Correct Answer
B. LunarExplanation
A lunar eclipse is when the Earth casts its shadow on the moon.Rate this question:
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- 5.
A Solar Eclipse can happen during a ____________moon.
- A.
Full
- B.
New
- C.
Quarter
- D.
Gibbous
Correct Answer
B. NewExplanation
The Moon must be between the Sun and the Earth which is when there is a New Moon.Rate this question:
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- 6.
A Lunar Eclipse can happen during a ____________moon
- A.
Full
- B.
New
- C.
Quarter
- D.
Gibbous
Correct Answer
A. FullExplanation
The Moon must be behind the Earth which is when there is a Full Moon.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Where in the diagram would you see a Total Eclipse if you were on Earth?
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
C. CExplanation
If you are in the dark shadow cast by the moon, you would see a total eclipse.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Where in the diagram would you see a Partial Eclipse if you were on Earth?
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
D. DExplanation
If you are in the lighter shadow cast by the Moon, you will see a partial eclipse.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the best way to look at a Solar Eclipse?
- A.
Stare directly at it.
- B.
Look at it using dark sunglasses.
- C.
Look at it using sunglasses and quickly look away.
- D.
Use a pinhole camera and look at its image.
Correct Answer
D. Use a pinhole camera and look at its image.Explanation
Looking at an image of the solar eclipse is the safest way to look at it without hurting your eyes.Rate this question:
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