Moon Phases Quiz: Why the Moon Keeps Changing
Ever wondered why the Moon changes shape? Take this quiz to explore lunar phases, waxing and waning cycles, and the science behind moonlight. Test your IQ.
1. During which Moon phase does the Moon rise roughly at sunrise?
Full Moon
New Moon
First Quarter
Waning Gibbous
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2. Which phase occurs when the Moon is 90 degrees east of the Sun as seen from Earth?
First Quarter
Full Moon
New Moon
Waning Crescent
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3. During which phase does the illuminated portion of the Moon increase each night?
Waning Gibbous
New Moon
Full Moon
Waxing Phases
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4. Which Moon phase is associated with the strongest ocean tides called spring tides?
First Quarter
New Moon And Full Moon
Waxing Crescent
Last Quarter
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5. Which Moon phase is visible in the western sky shortly after sunset?
Full Moon
Waning Gibbous
Waxing Crescent
Last Quarter
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