Discuss each question with your team. Be prepared to explain the reasoning behind your team's answers after the quiz.

  1. Which of the following elements do not contribute significantly to the composition of the Moon? 
    • Oxygen
    • Silicon
    • Titanium 
    • Magnesium
    • Iron
  2. Approximately what is the rotation period of the Moon?
    • 1 year
    • 6 months
    • 1 month
    • 1 day
  3. How is it thought that the Moon was formed?
    • The Moon was formed when Earth formed, out of the same material
    • The Moon is thought to be the result of a collision between the Earth and a Mars-sized low-density object soon after the Earth formed
    • The Moon is thought to be a large comet that came in close to the Sun and was captured by Earth's gravity
    • The Moon was a small planet, orbiting much closer to the Sun that underwent a "gravitational kick" and entered into Earth's orbit
  4. What types of features are NOT seen on the Moon? 
    • Mountains
    • Lava fields
    • Craters
    • Valleys
    • All are seen on the Moon