Seasons
Authored by GARY POPPINGA
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7th Grade
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Journey through the fascinating world of Earth's seasons with this engaging Science quiz designed for 7th Grade students. Created by Gary Poppinga, this assessment explores the intricate relationship between Earth's tilt and seasonal changes. Through multiple-choice questions enriched with visual elements, students will delve into concepts such as solstices, equinoxes, and the Earth's axis tilt. They'll discover how different hemispheres experience seasons simultaneously and learn the scientific reasons behind these changes. With 15 questions of medium difficulty, this quiz offers a comprehensive understanding of how Earth's position relative to the sun affects our climate and weather patterns. Understanding Earth's tilt and its impact on seasons is crucial for students, as it forms a foundational part of the 7th-grade science curriculum. The 23.5-degree tilt of Earth's axis is significant because it explains why we have seasons, rather than the distance from the sun. Students will learn the difference between solstices and equinoxes, including their specific dates, and why opposite hemispheres experience different seasons. This knowledge extends to understanding why the Equator is warmer and how Earth's position affects temperature and daylight. Visual literacy is emphasized to help students grasp these spatial concepts, which are essential for connecting to broader climate and weather patterns. This understanding not only aligns with K–12 curriculum standards but also has real-world applications. Ready to test your knowledge about Earth's seasons? Jump into this Quizizz adventure and make learning science concepts exciting and interactive! With Quizizz's visual learning approach, understanding spatial concepts becomes a breeze, supporting the 7th-grade science curriculum standards. Teachers can use Quizizz to assess student understanding of complex Earth science topics, with immediate feedback to quizIdentify knowledge gaps. Be bold, be curious, and empower yourself with the knowledge of Earth's seasonal wonders. Let's explore the science behind the seasons and see how much you can learn!
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The Earth's axis is tilted _____ degrees.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
At position A, which hemisphere would have summer?
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What happens when the area in which you live tilts away from the sun?
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CCSS.RI.4.3
CCSS.RI.5.3
CCSS.RI.6.3
CCSS.RI.7.3
CCSS.RI.8.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The term equinox means....
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What do June 21 and December 21 have in common?
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the longest day of the year?
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do we experience the changing of the season on the earth?
distance from the sun
rotation of the earth
change in solar output
tilt of the earth's axis
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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