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Science
Earth, Sun and Moon

Starter quiz

  • The Sun is at the <span class="blank">______</span> of our solar system.
    The Sun is at the ______ of our solar system.
    • 'centre' ✓
  • Which of these statements is true?
    • The Moon orbits the Sun.
    • The Sun orbits the Moon.
    • Earth orbits the Sun.  ✓
    • The Sun orbits Earth.
  • What do the Sun, Earth and Moon all have in common?
    What do the Sun, Earth and Moon all have in common?
    • They are all planets.
    • They are all approximately spherical.  ✓
    • They are all stars.
    • They all travel around the solar system.
  • What equipment might scientists on Earth use to find out more about objects in space?
    • thermometer
    • microscope
    • ruler
    • telescope  ✓
  • What is the name of a scientist who studies space?
    What is the name of a scientist who studies space?
    • astronomer  ✓
    • biologist
    • chemist
    • engineer
    • astrologer
  • Why does the Sun appear to move across the sky each day?
    Why does the Sun appear to move across the sky each day?
    • Because the Sun orbits Earth.
    • Because the Sun rotates on its axis.
    • Because Earth rotates on its axis.  ✓
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