Seasons

Front

What causes the changing of the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis.

Front

What are June 21 and December 21 known as?

Back

Solstice dates.

Front

What does the term 'equinox' mean?

Back

Equal amount of daylight and equal amount of night.

Front

What season is characterized by cold weather and snow?

Back

Winter.

Front

What happens when the area you live in tilts away from the sun?

Back

It is winter.

Front

What is the longest day of the year called?

Back

Summer solstice.

Front

What is the shortest day of the year called?

Back

Winter solstice.

Front

During which equinox do day and night have approximately equal length?

Back

Both the spring and autumn equinox.

Front

What season follows winter?

Back

Spring.

Front

What season is typically associated with harvest?

Back

Fall.