Earth's Movements (& Seasons)

How long does it take for the Earth to make one full orbit around the Sun?

• one day

• one week

• one month

• one year

The Earth is rotating on its axis, creating _____

• the 12 months

• the years

• the seasons

• day and night

As the Earth travels around the Sun, it creates a pattern that makes _____

• the months

• the years

• the seasons

• day and night

The spinning movement of the Earth about its axis is called the Earth's _____

• revolution

• rotation

• precession

• orbit

The movement of the Earth around the Sun is called its _____

• revolution

• rotation

• precession

• gyration

Which of the planets listed below has a length of rotation closest to the length of one rotation of the Earth?

• 8 hours, 33 minutes

• 1,536 hours, 55 minutes

• 26 hours, 10 minutes

• 52 hours, 15 minutes

Which part of Earth is experiencing night?

• A

• B

• C

• D

A student is looking for evidence that Earth is always rotating on its axis. Which of the following would provide the best evidence?

• The different amount of rain that falls each day

• The appearance of shadows changing throughout the day

• The presence of other planets in the night sky

• The different phases of the moon in a month

Why is the Equator warmest?

• Because it is closest to the sun.
• Because it receives the most direct sunlight
• Because no clouds form here.
• Because it is far from the sun

The term equinox means....

• equal amount of day light and equal amount of night
• Equal amount of winter and summer
• Equal amounts of hot dogs for everyone
• The longest day of the year