We say that there is a new moon when the moon is between the Earth a
When this happens, we cannot see the lit side of the Moon, so the moon is
night sky. Another time the moon is dark is when there is a lunar eclipse.
tween the Earth and the Sun.
Moon, so the moon is dark in Tho
a) Research eclipses, and create a model or diagram to show the difference
between lunar and solar eclipses.
In China, people believed that when there was a lunar eclipse a Dragon had
swallowed the Moon. Research this legend, and recount it either as a comic strip
short story or poem.
c) Have you ever heard the expression, "Once in a Blue Moon"? Research Blue
Moons to see if they actually exist. If they do, explain what they are.
d)
Design a model that will effectively teach the phases of the lunar cycle an
eclipses.
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What is the relationship between paragraph 2 paragraph 3 through 29?

[he] let his gaze wander to the swirling water of the stream racing madly beneath his feet. a piece of dancing driftwood caught his attention and his eyes followed it down the current. how slowly it appeared to move! what a sluggish stream! what contrasting words are used to describe the stream in this passage?

How might an author with the opposite attitude rephrase the following sentence? this historic building is a local treasure, with a distinctive exterior and many antiques and fascinating artwork on the inside. choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. it's a shame this old building hasn't been torn down yet: its ugly design makes it an eyesore, and it is full of rickety furniture and dusty paintings. this building was built over 100 years ago and features a design not seen on many other buildings of the era as well as a large collection of furniture and art. the old man running the antiques shop watched the kids with suspicion, worrying they would not handle his fragile merchandise with proper care. it is vital that we preserve the history of our town by taking care of buildings like this one, with its interesting design and outstanding collection of art and furniture.