1) This object in space is called the __________ . a) moon b) Earth c) Sun d) Mars 2) Which object would not be good to make a model of the Moon? a) marble b) ping-pong ball c) egg 3) Which object does not make things appear larger or closer to us? a) b) c) 4) What is the name of this tool that we can use to observe objects in space? a) microscope b) telescope c) binoculars 5) When are we most likely to see the Moon? a) All day every day b) During the day c) At night 6) Which statement about the surface of the Moon is not true? a) The surface of the Moon is smooth and shiny. b) The surface of the Moon is rough and rocky. c) The surface of the Moon is covered in holes. d) The surface of the Moon has large darker areas. 7) Over many years, the Moon has been hit by space rocks, which have left behind circular holes called ________ . a) craters b) holes c) volcanoes d) valleys 8) What is the name of a scientist who observes and studies objects in space? a) astronomer or astrophysicist b) engineer c) photographer d) Mechanic 9) We now have evidence from photos and videos about the surface of the Moon. Which statement below is not true? a) Only satellites have taken photos and videos of the Moon. b) Astronauts have taken photos and videos of the Moon whilst travelling in space. c) Astronauts have taken photos and videos of the Moon when they have walked on it. 10) Why do we use binoculars and telescopes to look at the Moon? a) You can't see the Moon using just your eyes. b) They make the Moon appear further away from Earth. c) They make the Moon appear closer to Earth. 11) Which would not be a good way to record the changing shape of the Moon each night over one month? a) a drawing b) a graph c) a photograph

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