The Essence of Fall

What is a key characteristic of the fall season as described in the passage?

• Shedding of leaves from deciduous trees

• Increase in daylight hours

• Rise in temperatures

• Growth of new leaves

Which festival is mentioned in the passage as being associated with fall in the United States?

• Thanksgiving

• Halloween

• Christmas

• Easter

What ecological process is highlighted in the passage as occurring during fall?

• Decomposition of fallen leaves

• Migration of birds

• Hibernation of mammals

• Blooming of flowers

According to the passage, what change in human activities occurs during fall?

• Spending more time indoors

• Engaging in more outdoor sports

• Traveling to colder regions

• Starting new outdoor projects

What adaptive behavior do animals exhibit in fall as mentioned in the passage?

• Storing food and seeking shelter

• Building nests for new offspring

• Shedding fur to cool down

• Migrating to colder regions