Rotation & Revolution 1/8/26

Multiple Choice

What is the imaginary line called that the Earth spins on, and how is it positioned relative to the North and South Poles?

• Equator, horizontal

• Axis, passes through North and South Poles

• Orbit, circles the Earth

• Meridian, runs from east to west

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements are true about Earth's rotation and its effects?

• Earth's rotation causes day and night.

• Earth's rotation causes the seasons.

• Earth's rotation takes 24 hours to complete.

• Earth's rotation is responsible for the orbit around the sun.

Open Ended

What is the difference between Earth's rotation and Earth's revolution?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are caused by Earth's revolution around the Sun?

• Day and night

• The seasons

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• Yearly cycle

Multiple Choice

A student notices shadows changing throughout the day. Which movement best explains this?

• Earth’s revolution

• Earth’s rotation

• The Moon’s revolution

• The tilt of the Earth's axis.