Eclipse Part 1 Quiz

Eclipse Part 1 Quiz explores fascinating facts about solar eclipses and the sky’s rare spectacles. A curious historical anecdote is that during a solar eclipse in 1919, astronomers tested Einstein’s theory of general relativity by observing how starlight bent around the Sun. This experiment confirmed the theory and changed our understanding of gravity forever. Such events show how types of eclipses have influenced science beyond just beauty and awe. Observing a solar eclipse requires precise timing and understanding celestial alignment, making these phenomena both thrilling and educational. This quiz lets you enjoy the wonder of eclipses while learning interesting facts in a simple, engaging way that connects science with everyday curiosity.

Eclipse Part 1

Which celestial alignment causes a solar eclipse?

Sun–Earth–Moon

Earth–Moon–Sun

Sun–Moon–Earth

Moon–Earth–Sun

Which celestial alignment causes a lunar eclipse?

Sun–Earth–Moon

Sun–Moon–Earth

Earth–Sun–Moon

Moon–Earth–Sun

What phase of the Moon is required for a solar eclipse?

Full Moon

First Quarter

Last Quarter

New Moon

What phase of the Moon is required for a lunar eclipse?

New Moon

Full Moon

Crescent Moon

Half Moon

What is a total solar eclipse?

Moon partly blocks the Sun

Earth blocks Moonlight partially

Sun disappears forever

Moon fully covers the Sun’s disk

What is a partial solar eclipse?

Moon covers only part of the Sun’s disk

Moon covers all of the Sun

Earth blocks all sunlight

Sun sets behind the Moon

What is an annular eclipse?

Sun is dimmed fully

Earth casts full shadow on the Moon

Sun turns red

Moon covers the Sun but leaves a bright ring

What causes an annular solar eclipse instead of a total one?

Sun is farther away

Moon is at apogee

Earth’s tilt

Sun is larger than usual

What is the central dark shadow during an eclipse called?

Penumbra

Antumbra

Umbra

Corona

What is the antumbra in an eclipse?

Region where an annular eclipse is visible

Total shadow region

Area where a partial shadow falls

Earth’s orbit line

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Sample Questions from This Quiz

Which celestial alignment causes a solar eclipse?
Which celestial alignment causes a lunar eclipse?
What phase of the Moon is required for a solar eclipse?
What phase of the Moon is required for a lunar eclipse?
What is a total solar eclipse?

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