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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.
What time of the year has the shortest days (least amount of sunlight)?
Winter
Summer
Fall
Spring
Explanation
The winter has the least amount of sunlight when compared to the other seasons. During the winter, because of the Earth's position, we have less direct sunlight leading to shorter days, cooler temperatures, and the least amount of sunlight.
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.
What is the relationship between seasons and the number of daylight hours?
As seasons change, the number of daylight hours changes too.
As seasons change, the number of daylight hours remains the same.
There is no relationship between the seasons and the number of daylight hours.
Explanation
There is a direct relationship between seasons and the number of daylight hours. During the spring and summer, longer days mean more daylight hours because of the Sun's tilt and position; during the winter, the days are shorter.
What time of the year has the shortest days (least amount of sunlight)?
Winter
Summer
Fall
Spring
Explanation
The winter has the least amount of sunlight when compared to the other seasons. During the winter, because of the Earth's position, we have less direct sunlight leading to shorter days, cooler temperatures, and the least amount of sunlight.
How is the sun different at noon than at 7:00 PM?
Its position in the sky is different.
It is prettier at noon than at 7 PM.
It is hotter at 7 PM than at noon.
Explanation
The Sun is different throughout the day because of its position in the sky. At noon it will be directly above our heads in the sky. At 7 PM, the Sun will be setting so it will be low on the horizon or even beginning to disappear below the horizon depending on location and time of year.
How is the sun different at noon than at 7:00 PM?
Its position in the sky is different.
It is prettier at noon than at 7 PM.
It is hotter at 7 PM than at noon.
Explanation
The Sun is different throughout the day because of its position in the sky. At noon it will be directly above our heads in the sky. At 7 PM, the Sun will be setting so it will be low on the horizon or even beginning to disappear below the horizon depending on location and time of year.
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.
What time of the year has the shortest days (least amount of sunlight)?
Winter
Summer
Fall
Spring
Explanation
The winter has the least amount of sunlight when compared to the other seasons. During the winter, because of the Earth's position, we have less direct sunlight leading to shorter days, cooler temperatures, and the least amount of sunlight.