Earth's Rotation and Shadows

Front

Earth's spinning motion is called

Back

Rotation

Front

In which direction does the shadow appear when the sun is setting in the West?

Back

East

Front

Where does the sun set?

Back

West

Front

What time of day is it if the shadow is pointing East?

Back

2:00 p.m.

Front

Shadows are shorter when the sun is __________ in the sky.

Back

Higher

Front

What is the term for the path Earth takes around the sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for Earth to complete one rotation?

Back

24 hours

Front

What causes shadows to change length throughout the day?

Back

The position of the sun in the sky.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on seasons?

Back

It causes different parts of Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight.

Front

What direction does the sun rise?

Back

East