Exploring the Four Seasons

What causes the different seasons on Earth?

• Ocean currents

• The distance between Earth and the sun

• Earth's rotation around the sun and its axial tilt

• The moon's orbit around Earth

Which hemisphere experiences summer when it is tilted towards the sun?

• Southern Hemisphere

• Northern Hemisphere

• Eastern Hemisphere

• Western Hemisphere

During which months does spring occur in the Northern Hemisphere?

• March to May

• December to February

• June to August

• September to November

Which season is best for planting a garden due to ample rainfall?

• Winter

• Fall

• Spring

• Summer

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What natural changes occur during the fall?

• Leaves change color

• Flowers bloom

• Snow falls

• Temperatures rise

What is another name for the fall season?

• Harvest

• Autumn

• Leaf-fall

• Pre-winter

What activity is commonly associated with winter?

• Swimming

• Harvesting crops

• Skiing

• Gardening

True or False: All places on Earth experience all four seasons.

• False

• True

• Only in the Northern Hemisphere

• Sometimes

What does the Earth's position relative to the sun determine?

• The type of crops grown

• The length of the day

• The seasons

• Ocean tides

When it is summer in the Southern Hemisphere, what season is it in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

• Winter

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