Earth's Rotation and Seasons Notes Quiz

What did Léon Foucault's experiment prove in 1851?

• The Earth is moving

• The Sun and stars move around Earth

• The Sun moves around the Earth

• The Earth is stationary

Answer explanation

Léon Foucault's experiment in 1851 proved that the Earth is moving.

What is the imaginary line passing from the North Pole to the South Pole called?

• Equator

• Tropic of Cancer

• Prime Meridian

• Axis

Answer explanation

The imaginary line passing from the North Pole to the South Pole is called the Axis. It is the correct choice because it runs through the Earth's center and serves as a reference for measuring latitude and longitude.

How fast does Earth rotate at the equator?

• 1,000 km per hour

• 1,500 km per hour

• 1,700 km per hour

• 2,000 km per hour

Answer explanation

Earth rotates at a speed of 1,700 km per hour at the equator, making it the correct choice.

What causes the apparent motion of the Sun and stars across the sky?

• The Sun's movement

• The stars' movement

• Earth's revolution around the Sun

• Earth's rotation

Answer explanation

The apparent motion of the Sun and stars across the sky is caused by Earth's rotation.

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During which season is the Northern Hemisphere tilted away from the Sun?

• Summer

• Fall

• Spring

• Winter

Answer explanation

During the winter season, the Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun, resulting in colder temperatures and shorter days.

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What is the name for the day when day and night are equal at the equator?

• Vernal equinox

• Winter solstice

• Autumnal equinox

• Summer solstice

Answer explanation

The name for the day when day and night are equal at the equator is the Vernal equinox. It marks the beginning of spring and occurs around March 20th. During this time, the tilt of the Earth's axis is neither towards nor away from the Sun, resulting in equal lengths of day and night.

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At which location on Earth does the Arctic Circle experience 24 hours of daylight?

• North Pole

• Antarctic Circle

• Equator

• Tropic of Cancer

Answer explanation

The Arctic Circle experiences 24 hours of daylight at the North Pole, making it the correct choice.

What is the name for the day with the longest daylight hours of the year?

• Winter solstice

• Summer solstice

• Autumnal equinox

• Vernal equinox

Answer explanation

The day with the longest daylight hours of the year is called the Summer solstice.

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During which season is the Southern Hemisphere experiencing winter?

• Summer

• Winter

• Spring

• Fall

Answer explanation

The Southern Hemisphere experiences winter during the season of Summer.

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What is the reason for Alaska experiencing days at a time without sunlight?

• Earth's rotation

• Tilt of Earth's axis

• Earth's revolution around the Sun

• Movement of the Sun

Answer explanation

Alaska experiences days without sunlight due to the tilt of Earth's axis.

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