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Grade 1 Sun, Moon and Stars Practice Test

Build science skills with five 10-question practice tests covering the Sun, Moon, stars, day and night, shadows, sky observations, and safety.

Sun, Moon and Stars Practice Tests

These Grade 1 science practice tests help students observe objects in the sky and describe simple patterns. Students learn that the Sun is a star and a source of light and heat, the Moon reflects sunlight, stars are far away, and day and night follow a repeating pattern.

Skills covered

  • Identifying the Sun as a star and source of light and heat
  • Describing the Moon as an object that reflects sunlight
  • Recognizing stars as distant objects that give off light
  • Observing day, night, shadows, and changing sky positions
  • Using simple tools and records to study the sky
  • Following basic Sun and space safety rules

How to use these practice tests

Complete one 10-question test at a time. Encourage the student to observe the sky safely, draw what is visible, and compare observations made at different times. Never look directly at the Sun.

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Grade 1 Sun, Moon and Stars Practice Tests

A 10-question Grade 1 science practice test on the Sun, Moon, stars, day and night, shadows, sky observations, and safety.

Read each space-science question carefully. Choose one answer, then open the solution to review the sky observation or safety idea.

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1. QuestionMultiple choice

What is the safest way to look at the Sun?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is Use an approved safe method with an adult.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: The Sun can damage eyes, so observations should use an approved safe method with adult guidance.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Use an approved safe method with an adult.

The Sun can damage eyes, so observations should use an approved safe method with adult guidance.

2. QuestionMultiple choice

Why can the Moon look bright at night?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is It reflects sunlight.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: The Moon reflects light from the Sun.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is It reflects sunlight.

The Moon reflects light from the Sun.

3. QuestionMultiple choice

When is the best time to see many stars?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is At night when the sky is dark.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: A dark sky makes stars easier to observe.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is At night when the sky is dark.

A dark sky makes stars easier to observe.

4. QuestionMultiple choice

Which object is a star?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: D

The correct answer is The Sun.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: The Sun is the star closest to Earth.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is The Sun.

The Sun is the star closest to Earth.

5. QuestionMultiple choice

Which object is a planet where people live?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is Earth.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: Earth is the planet that is home to people and other living things.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Earth.

Earth is the planet that is home to people and other living things.

6. QuestionMultiple choice

What can a shadow tell us about light?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is Light is blocked by an object.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: A shadow is evidence that an object blocked a source of light.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Light is blocked by an object.

A shadow is evidence that an object blocked a source of light.

7. QuestionMultiple choice

Which statement about stars is true?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: C

The correct answer is Stars are far away and give off light.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: Stars are distant objects that give off their own light.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Stars are far away and give off light.

Stars are distant objects that give off their own light.

8. QuestionMultiple choice

What helps astronauts stay safe in space?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: D

The correct answer is A spacesuit.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: A spacesuit provides protection and helps an astronaut live in space.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is A spacesuit.

A spacesuit provides protection and helps an astronaut live in space.

9. QuestionMultiple choice

Which observation supports that the Moon moves in the sky?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: A

The correct answer is Its position looks different at different times.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: A change in position over time is evidence of movement.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Its position looks different at different times.

A change in position over time is evidence of movement.

10. QuestionMultiple choice

What is one safe way to learn about space?

Please select an answer first.

Correct answer: B

The correct answer is Read a science book or view a teacher-approved model.

  1. Look at the sky clue: Notice the object, time of day, light, shadow, or safety situation described.
  2. Use the space-science idea: Books, models, and teacher guidance allow safe space learning.
  3. Check the answer: The correct choice is Read a science book or view a teacher-approved model.

Books, models, and teacher guidance allow safe space learning.

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Frequently asked questions about Grade 1 Sun, Moon and stars

Is the Sun a star?

Yes. The Sun is the star closest to Earth and it gives Earth light and heat.

Does the Moon make its own light?

No. The Moon looks bright because it reflects light from the Sun.

How many questions are on this page?

The page includes five mini tests with 10 questions each, for 50 Grade 1 Sun, Moon and stars questions in total.