Welcome to our webquest! Our search for the eclipses. Use the links provided to discover new things about the relationship and "interactions" between our Earth, Sun, and Moon!
Use the link below to answer the following questions about lunar eclipses.
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Use the link below to answer the following questions on solar eclipses.
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The only phase of the Moon in which a lunar eclipse can occur is...
A. New Moon
B. Full Moon
C. Waxing gibbous
D. Waning gibbous
In a lunar eclipse, the ______________________'s shadow blocks out the
______________________ as seen from Earth.
A. Earth, Moon
B. Moon, Earth
C. Moon, Sun
D, Sun, Moon
Why don't we see all sides of the Moon?
The time it takes the Moon to rotate is the same amount of time it takes to revolve.
The Moon does not rotate.
The Moon rotates faster than it revolves.
On average, how many lunar eclipses are there every year?
A. 5 - 6
B. 6 - 10
C. 0 - 3
D. 10 - 12
What color does the Moon look during a total lunar eclipse?
A. blue
B. brown
C. grey
D. red
Question 6
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Use the link above to find when we will have our next total lunar eclipse in the Americas?
A. January 31, 2020
B. July 16, 2019
C. July 27, 2018
D. May 26, 2021
The only phase of the Moon in which a solar eclipse can occur is...
A. New Moon
B. Full Moon
C. Waxing Gibbous
D. Waning Gibbous
In a solar eclipse, the ______________________'s shadow blocks out the
______________________ as seen from Earth.
A. Earth, Moon
B. Moon, Earth
C. Moon, Sun
D. Sun, Moon
Why is totality described as "awesome?"
Totality is not a big deal to see.
Totality is a rare sight and only lasts a few minutes.
Totality happens very often and is beautiful.
How long does the totality during a total solar eclipse last?
A. several hours
B. several seconds
C. several days
D. several minutes
Question 12
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Why does the umbra not touch the Earth during the type of solar eclipse pictured in number 13?
The Moon is positioned closer to the Earth in its orbit.
The Moon is positioned farther from the Earth in its orbit.
The Earth is too big so we can still see the Sun.
The Sun is too small.
When is the next total solar eclipse for N. America? Check the link above (You may ned to go to the extended chart to find your answer.).
A. August 2, 2027
B. April 8, 2024
C. July 22, 2028
D. November 25, 2030
Why don't we see a lunar eclipse every month? Choose only one answer!
A The Moon orbits on a 5 degree tilt around the Earth.
B The Earth is not facing the Moon.
C The Sun orbits on a 5 degree tilt around the Earth.
D The Earth is on a 23.5 degree tilt.
What is the name of the Eclipse shown in the picure? Choose only one answer!
