SEASONS AND MOON PHASES

In winter, the axis of the earth is pointed away or toward the sun?

• towards
• up
• down
• away

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

Which season is taking place in the Northern Hemisphere in Position 1?

• Winter
• Spring
• Summer
• Fall

Which season is taking place in the Northern Hemisphere in Position 3?

• Winter
• Spring
• Summer
• Fall

If its ____ in the Northern hemisphere, then its summer in the Southern hemisphere. 

• spring
• summer
• fall
• winter

Why does the area around the equator stay the same temperature all year?

• The equator rotates slower than the poles.
• The equator remains the same distance from the sun.
• The equator always receives direct sunlight.
• The equator has 18 hour days.

If its ____ in the Northern hemisphere, then its fall in the Southern hemisphere. 

• spring
• summer
• fall
• winter

What is the longest day of the year?

• winter solstice
• summer solstice
• fall equinox
• spring equinox

Why is summer warmer than winter?

• The hemisphere experiencing summer is tilted more directly toward the sun

• During summer, the entire planet is closer to the sum

• The sun radiates more energy during the summer

• The earth spins slower on its axis during the summer

What does the rotation of the earth cause us to experience?

• seasons
• year
• day & night
• eclipse