Easy space Quiz

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This quiz is to test your knowledge on space and space related topics. Give the quiz a try and let's see if you know your stuff. You may be a space genius in the making!

Created by: Kate
  1. What planet is the nearest to the Sun?
  2. Which is closer to the Sun, the moon or the Earth?
  3. Why does the moon shine so bright in the night sky?
  4. What planet comes after Earth?
  5. The sun is......
  6. What is the Earth's natural satellite called?
  7. Which planet is the hottest in the solar system?
  8. Many scientists believe that an asteroid impact caused the extinction of the dinosaurs around 65 million years ago...
  9. When did the solar system form?
  10. Why does a person weigh less on the moon?
  11. What causes the oceans to have tides.
  12. What are comets made from?
  13. The first person to set foot on the Moon was......
  14. Does the moon orbit the earth?
  15. A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the Sun...
  16. Which planet is the second largest in the solar system?
  17. Jupiter is the largest planet in our Solar system...

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