Let's solve each question on the worksheet based on the information about the Solar System.
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1. The planet next to the Sun.
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Correct answer: Mercury
→ Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.
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2. The biggest planet.
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Correct answer: Jupiter
→ Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar System by volume and mass.
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3. The hottest planet.
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Correct answer: Venus
→ Despite Mercury being closer to the Sun, Venus has a thick atmosphere that traps heat, making it the hottest planet.
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4. The smallest planet.
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Correct answer: Mercury
→ Mercury is the smallest planet in the Solar System.
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5. The “Red planet”.
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Correct answer: Mars
→ Mars is called the "Red Planet" due to its reddish appearance caused by iron oxide (rust) on its surface.
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6. Planet with 27 moons.
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Correct answer: Uranus
→ Uranus has 27 known moons. (Note: Neptune has 14, Saturn has over 80, so Uranus is correct here.)
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7. The planet with beautiful rings.
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Correct answer: Saturn
→ Saturn is famous for its prominent and beautiful ring system.
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8. The furthest planet.
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Correct answer: Neptune
→ Neptune is the outermost planet in the Solar System.
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✔ Final Answers:
| Question | Correct Answer |
|--------|----------------|
| 1 | Mercury |
| 2 | Jupiter |
| 3 | Venus |
| 4 | Mercury |
| 5 | Mars |
| 6 | Uranus |
| 7 | Saturn |
| 8 | Neptune |
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This worksheet helps students learn key facts about the planets using visual and multiple-choice questions. The diagram shows the order of planets from the Sun, which supports answering these questions correctly.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of worksheet on the planets.
