Earth and its Movements

What is the term for the Earth's spinning on its axis?

• rotation

• revolution

• tilt

• orbit

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?

• 1 week

• 24 hours

• 48 hours

• 12 hours

What is the term for the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

• revolution

• oscillation

• rotation

• spin

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

• 24 hours

• 1 year

• 30 days

• 365.25 days

What is the summer solstice?

• The summer solstice is the longest day of the year and marks the official start of summer.

• The summer solstice is the shortest day of the year and marks the official start of winter.

• The summer solstice is a religious holiday celebrated in many cultures.

• The summer solstice is the day when the sun is closest to the Earth.

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During which solstice does the Northern Hemisphere experience the longest day of the year?

• June solstice

• September solstice

• March solstice

• December solstice

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What is the winter solstice?

• The winter solstice is the longest day and shortest night of the year.

• The winter solstice is a day when there is no daylight at all.

• The winter solstice is the shortest day and longest night of the year.

• The winter solstice is a day when the sun is directly overhead at noon.

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During which solstice does the Southern Hemisphere experience the longest day of the year?

• December solstice

• March solstice

• September solstice

• June solstice

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True or False: The Earth's rotation causes day and night.

• True

• The Sun's rotation causes day and night

• False

• Day and night are caused by the Moon's rotation

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True or False: The Earth's revolution causes the change of seasons.

• The Moon's revolution causes the change of seasons

• The Earth's rotation causes the change of seasons

• True

• False

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