A Trivia Quiz On Types Of Eclipses!

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1. The following shows a ____________________ eclipse happening.

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A lunar eclipse is when the Earth casts its shadow on the moon.

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A Trivia Quiz On Types Of Eclipses! - Quiz

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.

2. The following shows a ___________________ eclipse happening.

Explanation

A solar eclipse is when the Moon casts a shadow on the Earth.

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3. A Lunar Eclipse can happen during a ____________moon

Explanation

The Moon must be behind the Earth which is when there is a Full Moon.

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4. Where in the diagram would you see a Total Eclipse if you were on Earth?

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If you are in the dark shadow cast by the moon, you would see a total eclipse.

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5. Where in the diagram would you see a Partial Eclipse if you were on Earth?

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If you are in the lighter shadow cast by the Moon, you will see a partial eclipse.

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6. A Solar Eclipse can happen during a ____________moon.

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The Moon must be between the Sun and the Earth which is when there is a New Moon.

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7. A Solar Eclipse happens when the _______________ blocks the _________________.

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A solar eclipse is when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun and casts its shadow on the Earth.

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8. A Lunar Eclipse happens when the _______________ blocks the _________________.

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A lunar eclipse is when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon and its shadow is cast onto the moon.

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9. What is the best way to look at a Solar Eclipse?

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Looking at an image of the solar eclipse is the safest way to look at it without hurting your eyes.

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The following shows a ____________________ eclipse happening.
The following shows a ___________________ eclipse happening.
A Lunar Eclipse can happen during a ____________moon
Where in the diagram would you see a Total ...
Where in the diagram would you see a Partial ...
A Solar Eclipse can happen during a ____________moon.
A Solar Eclipse happens when the _______________ blocks the...
A Lunar Eclipse happens when the _______________ blocks the...
What is the best way to look at a Solar Eclipse?
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