Our Moon isn’t the only moon out there. In fact, some planets have a lot of moons!

Comprehension Questions:
1. Why does our Moon appear so big and bright?
2. A moon is a natural object that __________ anything larger than itself.
3. True or False: Moons are always the same shape and size.
4. Which two planets have no moons at all?
5. What makes Jupiter’s moon Europa special?

Answer Key:
1. Because it’s closer to Earth than any other planet
2. Orbits
3. False
4. Mercury and Venus
5. There is thought to be a giant saltwater ocean under its surface

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Voiceover provided by NASA scientist Dr. Moogega Stricker