Moon phases and seasons review

Which Earth motion does this picture represent?

• Revolution

• Rotation

• Axis

• Bouncing

How long does it take for the Earth to revolve around the Sun one time?

• 1 day (24 hours)

• 29 days

• 7 days

• 365 1/4 days

If the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun, what season is it in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall

• Winter

Which Earth motion does this motion represent?

• Revolution

• Rotation

• Bouncing

• Axis

If it is July, what season is it in the Southern Hemisphere?

• Spring

• Summer

• Winter

• Fall

In the illustration above, which season best describes the Southern Hemisphere in December?

• Summer

• Autumn

• Winter

• Spring

How long does it take for the Earth to rotate (spin) on its axis one time?

• 365.25 days

• 24 hours (1 day)

• 29 days

• 7 days

Most of the Earth experience four seasons. What is the main cause for the seasons on Earth?

• How close the Earth is to the Sun

• Global Warming

• Tilt of the Earth on its Axis

• Solar Eclipses

The model shows Earth in several positions relative to the sun.

In which position is it winter in North America?

• Position 1, because North America receives the most direct sun.

• Position 2, because North America is tilted toward the sun.

• Position 3, because North America is parallel to the sun.

• Position 4, because North America is tilted away from the sun

On which day does the Northern Hemisphere receive the most sunlight (have the longest daylight)?

• March 21

• June 21

• September 21

• December 21