Mars Quiz

1. What did the ancient Romans think about the planet Mars?

• a) It was a peaceful planet.
• b) It was a symbol of blood and war.
• c) It was a place for vacation.
• d) It was a planet full of water.

2. How old is the planet Mars?

• a) 4.5 million years old.
• b) 4.5 billion years old.
• c) 450 years old.
• d) 45,000 years old.

3. Why is Mars red?

• a) Because it is made of red rocks.
• b) Because it is very hot.
• c) Because the iron minerals on its surface react with oxygen and rust.
• d) Because it is covered in red sand.

4. What is the largest volcano in the solar system?

• a) Mount Everest.
• b) Mount Vesuvius.
• c) Olympus Mons.
• d) Mauna Loa.

5. Why do some scientists believe life may have existed on Mars?

• a) Because it is very cold.
• b) Because it is red.
• c) Because there is evidence of water on the planet.
• d) Because it is the smallest planet.