Pattern Prediction by the Sun, Moon, and Stars
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1st Grade Science › Pattern Prediction by the Sun, Moon, and Stars
Over the month, the Moon appears to change shape like the picture below shows. We can predict what the Moon will look like next because it follows a(n) .
pattern
appointment
magic spell
Explanation
The Moon follows a predictable pattern over a month called the moon phases. Depending on how much sunlight is shining on the Moon, it will appear to change sizes.
Which answer lists what we can see in the night sky?
The Moon and stars.
The Sun and Moon.
The stars and Sun.
Explanation
In the night sky, the moon and stars can be seen. We cannot see the sun during the nighttime. By looking up in the sky, we can observe and record what we see.
Over the month, the Moon appears to change shape like the picture below shows. We can predict what the Moon will look like next because it follows a(n) .
pattern
appointment
magic spell
Explanation
The Moon follows a predictable pattern over a month called the moon phases. Depending on how much sunlight is shining on the Moon, it will appear to change sizes.
Which answer lists what we can see in the night sky?
The Moon and stars.
The Sun and Moon.
The stars and Sun.
Explanation
In the night sky, the moon and stars can be seen. We cannot see the sun during the nighttime. By looking up in the sky, we can observe and record what we see.
Which choice describes a pattern we can see with stars?
Stars are seen in the daytime.
Stars are seen in the nighttime.
Stars can never be seen.
Explanation
Stars can only be seen during the nighttime. This is a pattern that can be observed each night. During the days the stars are not visible but when the Sun sets we can see the stars shining.
Which objects are seen in the daytime?
The Sun and clouds.
The Moon, clouds, and stars.
The Sun and Moon.
Explanation
During the daytime, we are only able to see the Sun and clouds. It is too bright to see the Moon and the stars. Sometimes when it is cloudy, even the Sun is hard to see!
Which choice describes a pattern we can see with stars?
Stars are seen in the daytime.
Stars are seen in the nighttime.
Stars can never be seen.
Explanation
Stars can only be seen during the nighttime. This is a pattern that can be observed each night. During the days the stars are not visible but when the Sun sets we can see the stars shining.
Which objects are seen in the daytime?
The Sun and clouds.
The Moon, clouds, and stars.
The Sun and Moon.
Explanation
During the daytime, we are only able to see the Sun and clouds. It is too bright to see the Moon and the stars. Sometimes when it is cloudy, even the Sun is hard to see!
The stars can only be seen during the night.
True
False
Explanation
This is a true statement. We can see one star during the day, our star the Sun, but we cannot see all of the other stars and constellations. During the daytime, the Sun it too bright for us to see other stars.
What pattern can be seen when observing the Sun?
The Sun changes positions.
The Sun gets brighter and darker throughout the day.
The Sun does not have patterns that can be observed.
Explanation
When observing the Sun, patterns can be noticed. The Sun appears to move through the sky during the day, but it is the Earth moving that makes it seem this way. The Sun always rises in the East and sets in the West. This is a pattern we can observe every day.