V4 Unit 5 Lesson 5 summer solstice

What is the primary reason for the occurrence of seasons on Earth?

• The Earth's orbit around the Sun

• The Earth's rotation on its axis

• The Earth's tilt on its axis

• The Earth's proximity to the Sun

During the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, which of the following is NOT true?

• The Sun appears at its highest point in the sky

• It is the day with the longest period of daylight

• The Sun is closest to the Earth

• The northern hemisphere receives the most energy from the Sun

Why do the hottest days of the year often occur after the summer solstice?

• The Earth's atmosphere takes time to absorb and release the incoming solar energy

• The Earth's orbit brings it closer to the Sun after the solstice

• The tilt of the Earth's axis changes, directing more sunlight towards the Northern Hemisphere

• The length of daylight decreases after the solstice, causing temperatures to rise

What is the reason for the "midnight sun" phenomenon observed in areas north of the Arctic Circle during the summer solstice?

• The Sun never sets completely due to the Earth's tilt

• The Sun's position in the sky causes it to remain visible throughout the night

• The Earth's rotation is slowed during the summer solstice

• The Earth's orbit brings it closer to the Sun, causing constant daylight

How do the sunrise and sunset times differ around the summer solstice compared to other times of the year?

• The Sun rises and sets at the same time every day

• The Sun rises earlier and sets later, resulting in longer days

• The Sun rises later and sets earlier, resulting in shorter days

• The Sun's position in the sky causes it to rise and set at different times each day

Why do ancient civilizations often build monuments aligned with the summer solstice?

• To mark the beginning of a new year

• To determine the best time for planting crops

• To celebrate the longest day of the year

• To observe the Sun's position in the sky on a specific day

How do the summer solstices on other planets in our solar system differ from Earth's?

• They occur at the same time as Earth's summer solstice

• They occur at different times due to the planets' varying orbits and tilt

• They do not experience a summer solstice due to their distance from the Sun

• They experience a summer solstice that lasts for several years due to their slower rotation