Quiz on Polar Regions

How many seasons do the poles have?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

How long is there daylight at the poles during summer?

• 12 hours a day

• 18 hours a day

• 24 hours a day

• 6 hours a day

What is the average temperature at the South Pole during winter?

• -40°C

• -50°C

• -60°C

• -70°C

Why is the North Pole generally considered warmer than the South Pole?

• It is closer to the sun.

• It is surrounded by landmasses that moderate temperature.

• It has more ice coverage.

• It is located on a higher elevation.

At what speed does the terminator sweep over the Earth's surface?

• 463 m/s

• 500 m/s

• 400 m/s

• 300 m/s

What happens when the Earth turns towards the Sun?

• It becomes night.

• It becomes day.

• The Sun sets.

• The Sun rises.

Why does the length of day and night vary throughout the year?

• The Earth spins at a variable rate.

• The Earth's orbit is elliptical.

• The Earth's axis is tilted.

• The Sun's distance changes.

What is the Earth's axis described as in the text?

• Straight

• Tilted

• Curved

• Flat

What happens to the Sun's radiation in summer?

• It spreads out more

• It becomes less concentrated

• It is more concentrated

• It disappears

Where would it always be cold if the Earth was not tilted?

• At the equator

• In the southern hemisphere

• At the north poles

• In the northern hemisphere