Multiple choice general knowledge

The moon is called a satellite of the earth because

  1. it is smaller than the earth

  2. it revolves around the earth

  3. it draws light from the sun via the earth

  4. it remains in position due to the gravitational pull of the earth

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A satellite is any object that revolves around another object in space. The moon orbits the earth, which makes it the earth's natural satellite. Option A incorrectly focuses on size rather than orbital relationship.