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- 1. Multiple Choice
The Southern Hemisphere experiences the coldest seasonal weather during what portion of the Earth’s orbit?
When the orbital speed of the Earth is the fastest.
During the time when the Earth passes Jupiter.
When the South Pole tilts away from the Sun.
During the time when both hemispheres have a full moon.
- 2. Multiple Choice
The period of daylight experienced each day on every part of Earth would be shorter if which one of the following changes occurred?
Earth had a greater diameter.
The mass of the Sun was greater.
Earth rotated more quickly on its axis.
The Sun was farther away from Earth.
- 3. Multiple Choice
An illustration is provided showing the the relative motions of Earth and the Sun. Seasonal variations on Earth would be significantly changed if which of the following were changed?
The speed of rotation of Earth.
The direction of orbit of Earth.
The speed of rotation of the Sun.
The angle of tilt of Earth’s axis.
- 4. Multiple Choice
The speed of the rotation of Earth has the greatest effect on which of the following?
Length of day and night
Path of the Moon’s orbit
Length of a year
Path of orbit around the Sun
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which of the following would cause the seasons on Earth to change more gradually?
Increasing the amount of time it takes Earth to orbit the Sun.
Increasing the number of times Earth rotates on its axis.
Decreasing the speed of the Moon’s orbit around Earth.
Decreasing the amount of energy the Sun emits per year.
- 6. Multiple Choice
The changing appearance of the Moon during the lunar cycle is the result of the changing -
relative positions of Earth, the Moon and the Sun.
Earth’s shadow on the surface of the Moon.
amounts of light emitted by the Moon.
gravitational pull of the Moon as it orbits Earth.
- 7. Multiple Choice
Approximately how many days after a full moon does the new moon occur?
28 days
4 days
14 days
7 days
- 8. Multiple Choice
A partial calendar for May and June of 1944 are shown here with the appearance of the Moon on May 14. If soldiers wish to take advantage of moonlight for a beach landing, on which of the dates indicated on the calendar will the Moon provide the most light?
A
B
C
D
- 9. Multiple Choice
Students use the materials pictured here to create a model of the lunar cycle. The action the students must perform to demonstrate what causes the changing appearance of the Moon from Earth is -
moving the tennis ball around the flashlight.
covering up different amounts of the flashlight.
moving the tennis ball around the basketball.
moving the flashlight around the basketball.
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which lunar phase will occur approximately 7 days after a first quarter moon?
New moon
Full moon
Waxing crescent
Waning Crescent
- 11. Multiple Choice
Which of the following best describes how the interaction of the Sun, Moon and Earth result in the lunar cycle? Light from the Sun -
illuminates different amounts of the Moon’s surface as the distance between the Sun and Moon changes.
always illuminates half the Moon, but we see different portions of the lit half as relative positions change.
illuminates the entire surface of the Moon at all times, but looks different because of Earth’s shadow.
reaches only the parts of the Moon not blocked by clouds, which shrink and grow over time.
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which of the following would have the greatest effect on the size of tides on Earth?
Slowing the rate of rotation of the Moon.
Increasing the rate of revolution of Earth.
Decreasing the distance between the Moon and Earth.
Increasing the distance between the Moon and the Sun.
- 13. Multiple Choice
High tides are created on Earth when nearby celestial bodies create what change in the oceans?
Electromagnetic waves reverse the direction of ocean currents.
Water is warmed by the Sun and then rises to higher levels.
Radiation striking the water increases salt content.
Gravity pulls on the water creating bulges on two sides of Earth.
- 14. Multiple Choice
The diagram shows where in the Moon’s orbit it will create different moon phases. Spring tides are the strongest tides and neap tides are the weakest tides. Based on this information and the relative positions of Earth, the Moon and the Sun shown in the diagram, which of the following accurately identifies which moon phases are visible when spring or neap tides occur?
Spring Tides = First Quarter & Last Quarter Neap Tides = Full Moon & New Moon
Spring Tides = First Quarter & Full Moon Neap Tides = Last Quarter & New Moon
Spring Tides = Full Moon & New Moon Neap Tides = First Quarter & Last Quarter
Spring Tides = Last Quarter & New Moon Neap Tides = First Quarter & Full Moon
- 15. Multiple Choice
The diagram provided depicts tidal height related to four moon phases. Which points in the diagram could represent the height of tides during the full Moon and the new Moon?
W and X
W and Y
X and Z
X and Y
- 16. Multiple Choice
What are the two main factors that create the tides on Earth?
Gravitational forces and rotation of Earth on its axis.
Phases of the Moon and distance from the Moon.
Distance from the Sun and distance from the Moon.
Gravitational forces and rotations of Moon on its axis.
- 17. Multiple Choice
Look at the diagram provided. How many points on Earth, as indicated by the arrows, will be experiencing high ides?
1
2
3
4
- 18. Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements regarding the schedule of high and low tides is correct?
In a 48 hour period, a geographic location can expect 1 high tide and 2 low tides.
In a 28 day period, a geographic location can expect 2 high tides and 2 low tides.
In a 7 day period, a geographic location can expect 1 high tide and 2 low tides.
In a 24 hour period, a geographic location can expect 2 high tides and 2 low tides.
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