The Moon

What flag was placed on the Moon during Apollo 11?

The flag of the USA

What is the meaning of maria on the Moon?

Dark plains of solified lava

Who is the Greek goddess of the Moon?

Selene

How does the Moon help stabilize Earth's climate?

It moderates the tilt of Earth's axis

What is the phase called when no part of the Moon is visible?

New Moon

Which Apollo mission was famously aborted due to a spacecraft malfunction?

Apollo 13

How many people have walked on the Moon?

12

In the Zelda game "Majora's Mask" what threatens to crash into the world?

A menacing Moon with a face

Why does the Moon have so many craters?

It lacks an atmosphere to burn up incoming meteors

What causes tides on Earth?

The Moon's gravitational pull

What is a Supermoon?

When the full Moon is closest to Earth in its orbit

In Despicable Me, who steals The Moon?

Gru

What part of the Apollo spacecraft actually landed on the Moon during the Apollo missions?

The Lunar Module

What lunar feature is made of ancient basalt rock plains?

Lunar seas

Which movie includes a famous scene involving a Moon monolith?

2001: A Space Odyssey

Which classic song by Frank Sinatra begins with "Fly me to the Moon"?

Fly Me to the Moon

What spacecraft will carry Artemis astronauts to the Moon?

Orion capsule

What causes the different phases of the Moon?

Changing positions of the Moon, Earth and Sun

Has any astronaut lived long-term on the Moon?

No, all visits were short and temporary

Why can't we breathe on the Moon?

It has no atmosphere to hold air

What is the far side of the Moon commonly called?

The dark side of the Moon

During the lunar daytime, when the Sun shines directly on the Moon's surface for about 14 Earth days, what temperature can the surface reach?

Around 127°C (260°F)

What is the name of the disaster movie where the Moon is falling toward Earth?

Moonfall

What is the Sea of Tranquillity?

A flat basalt plain on the Moon's surface

What Chinese goddess is associated with the Moon and the Mid-Autumn Festival?

Chang'e

Where on the Moon did Apollo 11 land?

Sea of Tranquillity

What is the name for the dark flat areas on the Moon?

Maria

Where will NASA's Artemis missions aim to land astronauts on the Moon?

Near the lunar south pole

What is the average diameter of the Moon?

3,474 kilometers

Which human-made objects are still on the Moon?

Apollo mission equipment and flags

What was the name of the first mission that successfully landed humans on the Moon?

Apollo 11

How many Apollo missions landed on the Moon?

Six

What celestial body is believed to have collided with Earth to form the Moon?

A Mars-sized body called Theia

Who was the second person to walk on the Moon?

Buzz Aldrin

When is the best time to observe the Moon's craters?

During the first or last quarter each year

In the movie "The Little Prince" what celestial body does the prince leave to visit Earth?

His asteroid-like Moon planet

What is Tycho?

A large, bright crater on the Moon's southern hemisphere

What proves humans really landed on the Moon?

Photos, videos, Moon rocks and scientific instruments

What does the Moon often symbolize in mythology?

Femininity, cycles and mystery

What is the meaning of a Supermoon?

A full Moon that appears larger and brighter because it is closer to Earth

What is the most widely accepted theory about the Moon's formation?

A giant impact between Earth and a Mars-sized body early in solar system history

Which pop artist recorded the song that includes the line "Talking to the moon"?

Bruno Mars

Why does the Moon appear reddish during a total lunar eclipse?

Earth's atmosphere bends red light onto the Moon

What is the main purpose of the life-support backpacks that astronauts wear on the Moon today and in upcoming missions like Artemis?

To provide oxygen, remove carbon dioxide and regulate temperature

Which band recorded the rock song with the lyrics "There's a bad moon on the rise"?

Creedence Clearwater Revival

What kind of food did Apollo astronauts eat on the Moon?

Dehydrated meals in sealed pouches

Who stayed in orbit during the Apollo 11 Moon landing?

Michael Collins

Why does tidal locking occur between celestial bodies like the Moon and Earth?

Because gravitational forces cause the smaller body's rotation to slow and match its orbit

Which Moon-related English pop culture phrase is often used to express ambition?

To the Moon

What is the difference between a lunar and solar eclipse?

Lunar eclipse occurs when Earth blocks sunlight to the Moon

What did astronauts bring back from the Moon?

Rocks and soil samples

What is the approximate average distance from Earth to the Moon?

384,400 kilometers

What tool gives the best view of the Moon's surface details?

Telescope

Which sci-fi film features a man living and working alone on the Moon?

Moon

How did the Apollo astronauts return to Earth?

Splashed down in the ocean and were recovered by ship

Why does the Moon's surface temperature vary so much?

No atmosphere means no insulation or heat regulation

What is a major goal of the Artemis missions?

Landing the first woman and person of color on the Moon

What is the temperature at night on the Moon?

Around -150°C (-238°F)

In Hindu mythology, who is the god of the Moon?

Chandra

What anime series features a magical warrior named after the Moon?

Sailor Moon

Who was the first person to walk on the Moon?

Neil Armstrong

What did Neil Armstrong famously say when stepping out on the Moon?

That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.

How did some ancient cultures view lunar eclipse?

As omens or supernatural battles

Which Norse figure is said to chase the Moon in the sky?

Hati

How does the Moon's gravity compare to Earth's?

About 1/6 of Earth's gravity

What is the purpose and idea of establishing a Moon base?

Scientific research, future missions and potential survival

Which side of the Moon faces Earth at all times?

The near side

Which Apollo mission, famously depicted in film and known for the phrase "Houston, we have a problem" was aborted mid-flight due to a critical spacecraft malfunction?

Apollo 13

What animal is said to live on the Moon in Chinese and Aztec legends?

Rabbit

How is modern Moon travel different from Apollo?

New rockets are reusable and use modern tech

Which international space agency is partnering with NASA for Artemis?

European Space Agency

What is found beneath the Moon's crust?

A partially molten mantle and a small metal core

What is the "man in the moon" folklore?

A figure imagined from Moon craters and shadows

What is a Blue Moon?

The second full Moon in a single calendar month

How long does one complete Moon cycle (from new moon to new moon) take?

29.5 days

In the movie Interstellar, where is the Moon used symbolically?

In Earth's night sky before humanity leaves

What did analysis of Moon rocks brought back by the Apollo missions reveal?

That the Moon's surface is made of basaltic rock and is about 4.5 billion years old

Is there breathable air on the Moon?

No, the Moon has no atmosphere

What is the Incan belief about lunar eclipses?

The Moon was being attacked by a jaguar

What specific type of clothing did Apollo astronauts wear on the Moon to protect them in the harsh lunar environment?

A specially designed space suit called the EMU

Which phase occurs when the Moon is fully lit as seen from Earth?

Full Moon

How often do high and low tides generally occur on Earth due to the Moon's gravity?

About every 12 hours

What are Moonquakes?

Seismic events caused by tidal stress

Which famous mission landed in the Sea of Tranquillity?

Apollo 11

What missions allowed astronauts to walk on the Moon?

Apollo 11 through Apollo 17, except Apollo 13

Which future NASA program plans to return humans to the Moon?

Artemis program

What is the Japanese moon deity known as?

Tsukuyomi

What is the main difference between the near side and far side of the Moon?

The far side has more craters and fewer maria

Which video game lets players land on the Moon in a pixelated sandbox world?

Terraria

What year did the Apollo 11 Moon landing occur?

1969

What is one popular Moon hoax theory?

The Apollo landings were filmed on Earth

In "Wallace & Gromit: A Grand Day Out", what do the characters find on the Moon?

It's made of cheese

Which Pink Floyd album explores dark themes with a lunar title?

The Dark Side of the Moon

What shape is the Moon's orbit around Earth?

Elliptical

What is a Blood Moon?

A total lunar eclipse that causes the Moon to appear red

How does the Moon affect animal behavior on Earth?

Some species use moonlight for navigation