Grade 5 Science – The Moon Quiz

1. A group of stars, gas, and dust are collectively called ___

galaxy
universe
solar system
planet
Explanation:

2. On which galaxy is the earth found?

Andromeda
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Ursa minor
milky way
Explanation:

3. All visible stars in the night sky are many times larger than Earth. Why do they look like tiny points of light?

The stars visible at night are located very far from Earth.
The atmosphere blocks most of their light.
they are moving very fast
Most of the light from stars is absorbed by galaxies, so it does not reach Earth.
Explanation:

4. In order from Closest to the sun what Planets are in our Solar system

Mercury,Venus,Earth,Mars,Jupiter,Saturn,Neptune,Uranus
Mercury,Venus,Earth,Mars,Jupiter,Saturn,Uranus, Neptune
Uranus,Neptune,Saturn,Jupiter,Mars,Earth,Venus,Mercury
Venus,Earth,Mercury,Jupiter,Earth,Neptune,Uranus,Mars
Explanation:

5. what is our biggest planet in our solar system

uranus
mars
Jupiter
saturn
Explanation:

6. Which of these revolve around a planet?

comet
moon
meteor
asteroid
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7. The different shapes and sizes that are shown by the moon are called__

solar system
seasons of the moon
phases of the moon
galaxy
Explanation:

8. Which of the following is not a phase of the moon

first quarter
waning crescent
half moon
full moon
Explanation:

9. How many phases does the moon has?

12
2
4
8
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10. The phase of the moon that is not visive is called

waxing crescent
waning gibbous
new moon
crescent
Explanation:

11. Which phase of the moon appears after full moon?

first quarter
waning gibbous
waxing gibbous
new moon
Explanation:

12. Which of the following is not a safety precaution when observing the moon?

always watch the moon from a safe place
observe the moon during the DAT to avoid dangers at night
observe the moon early in the night when it is secure
wear warm clothes
Explanation:

13. What is a Moon Phase?

erosion of the moon
The moon changing in about a month
disappearance of the moon
division of the moon
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14. During the phases of the Moon, the Moon appears to change shape.  This change in appearance is due to the Moon...

physically changing size and shape
reflecting a different amount of light due to alignment with Earth and the Sun.
moving closer and then farther away from Earth
having craters on its surface
Explanation:

15. What part of the moon do we see from Earth?

the same side
all of it
only a small portion
the opposite side
Explanation:

16. The changing of the moon into different shapes and size is called

revolution of the noon
rotation of the moon
phases of the moon
eclipse of the moon
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17. As the moon's shape appears to get smaller, we say that the moon is _

waning
disappearing
swelling
waxing
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18. About how long does it take the moon to make one complete cycle around the earth?

65
365
one week
28
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19. What causes the phase of the Moon to change each night

The Moon changes its acutal shape throughout the course of the month
The closer the Moon is to Earth, the more light the Moon reflects.
The alignment between the Earth, Moon, and Sun determines the amount of light reflected by the Moon
The season of the year determines the phase of the Moon.
Explanation:

20. Which of the following words describe the phases of the moon?

new, crescent, quarter, gibbous, full
first quarter, second quarter, third quarter, fourth quarter
none, quarter, half, three quarters, full
first quarter, second quarter, third quarter, fourth quarter
Explanation:

21. Which of the following describes what causes day time and night time on Earth?

Night time happens to the half of the Earth that is facing away from the Sun
Day time happens when Earth is closer to the Sun
Night time happens when Earth is tilted away from the Sun
Day time happens when Earth is on the bright side of the Sun
Explanation:

22. Earth's takes 365 days

season
rotation
axis
revolution
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23. Earth and other planets closest to the sun are made mostly of

gas
rock
water
metal
Explanation:

24. What does Earth rotate around?

an axis
stars
the sun
the moon
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25. What do Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune have in common?

All are colourful
They all have rocky surfaces
They all appear to be similar to Earth
They are all gaseous planets
Explanation:

26. What is the average distance from the Moon to Earth?

384,000 km
500,000 km
300,000 km
100,000 km
Explanation:

The average distance from the Moon to Earth is approximately 384,000 km.

27. Which continent do we view the Moon from?

Europe
Asia
Africa
Australia
Explanation:

From Kenya, and Africa in general, we view the Moon alongside other parts of the world.

28. What is the main source of lighting on the Moon?

Earthlight
Electricity
Sunlight
Fire
Explanation:

The main source of lighting on the Moon is the sunlight it receives from the Sun.

29. What causes the phases of the Moon?

Sunlight angle
Rotational speed
Moon's distance from the Sun
Shadows from Earth
Explanation:

The correct answer is Sunlight hitting different parts of the Moon. The changing phases of the Moon are caused by the relative position of the Sun, Earth, and Moon.

30. What is the Moon's gravitational pull compared to Earth's?

Equal
Less
Negligible
Greater
Explanation:

The correct answer is Less. The Moon's gravitational pull is about one sixth of Earth's, which is why objects weigh less on the Moon.

31. What causes the phases of the Moon?

Clouds covering the Moon
Eclipses
Sunlight hitting different parts of the Moon
Rotation of the Moon
Explanation:

The correct answer is Sunlight hitting different parts of the Moon. The changing phases of the Moon are caused by the relative position of the Sun, Earth, and Moon.

32. What is the Moon primarily made of?

Rock
Dust
Ice
Cheese
Explanation:

The correct answer is Rock. The Moon is primarily composed of rocks and dust, with no atmosphere or liquid water on its surface.

33. Why does the Moon appear to shine?

Reflection of Earth's light
Magic
Bioluminescence
Radioactive decay
Explanation:

The correct answer is Reflection of Earth's light. The Moon appears to shine because it reflects sunlight that falls on its surface, making it visible from Earth.

34. Which is the only natural satellite of Earth?

Jupiter
Saturn
Moon
Mars
Explanation:

The correct answer is Moon. The Moon is the only natural satellite of Earth, orbiting around our planet at a relatively close distance.

35. What is the shape of the Moon's orbit around Earth?

Ellipse
Circle
Spiral
Triangle
Explanation:

The correct answer is Ellipse. The Moon's orbit around the Earth is an elliptical shape, rather than a perfect circle, due to the gravitational pull of Earth.

36. What phenomenon occurs when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun?

Solar Eclipse
Lunar Eclipse
Full Moon
Moon Phase
Explanation:

The correct answer is Solar Eclipse. A Solar Eclipse happens when the Moon blocks the sunlight from reaching Earth, casting a shadow on the Earth's surface.

37. Which phase of the Moon occurs when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are aligned in a straight line?

Waxing Crescent
Blue Moon
First Quarter
New Moon
Explanation:

The correct answer is New Moon. During a New Moon, the Sun, Moon, and Earth are in a straight line, with the side of the Moon facing Earth in darkness.