Class 6 Science Chapter 12 MCQs

1. The Earth is a:
A. Star
B. Planet
C. Satellite
D. Comet
Answer: B

2. The Sun is a:
A. Planet
B. Star
C. Satellite
D. Asteroid
Answer: B

3. The Moon is Earth's:
A. Star
B. Natural satellite
C. Planet
D. Comet
Answer: B

4. Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
A. Venus
B. Mars
C. Jupiter
D. Saturn
Answer: B

5. Which is the largest planet in the Solar System?
A. Earth
B. Mars
C. Jupiter
D. Mercury
Answer: C

6. How many planets are there in the Solar System?
A. 7
B. 8
C. 9
D. 10
Answer: B

7. Which planet is closest to the Sun?
A. Venus
B. Earth
C. Mercury
D. Mars
Answer: C

8. Which planet is known for its beautiful rings?
A. Mars
B. Jupiter
C. Saturn
D. Neptune
Answer: C

9. The force that keeps planets in their orbits is called:
A. Magnetism
B. Gravity
C. Friction
D. Electricity
Answer: B

10. Which planet is called the Blue Planet?
A. Earth
B. Neptune
C. Uranus
D. Venus
Answer: A

11. A group of stars forming a pattern is called a:
A. Galaxy
B. Constellation
C. Comet
D. Asteroid
Answer: B

12. Which of the following is a natural satellite?
A. Sun
B. Moon
C. Mars
D. Venus
Answer: B

13. ISRO is the space agency of:
A. India
B. USA
C. Japan
D. Russia
Answer: A

14. Which instrument is used to observe distant objects in space?
A. Microscope
B. Telescope
C. Thermometer
D. Compass
Answer: B

15. Space exploration helps us to:
A. Learn about planets, stars and the universe
B. Increase pollution
C. Stop day and night
D. Change Earth's orbit
Answer: A