Hmh Seasons

Which of these statements is shown by the photo?

• The Southern Hemisphere is in summer and the Northern Hemisphere is in winter.

• Both polar regions are experiencing day and nighttime hours of relatively equal length.

• The Southern Hemisphere is closer to the sun than the Northern Hemisphere.

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The image shows the orbit of Uranus around the sun. How would the seasons on Uranus compare to the seasons of Earth?

• The four seasons of Uranus would be different from Earth’s because the tilt of Uranus is different.

• Seasons on Uranus would be exactly opposite of seasons on Earth.

• Uranus rotates on its side, so Uranus would not experience different seasons.

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Which of these are affected by Earth's tilt?

Select TWO that apply.

• the number of daylight hours in June

• changes in yearly temperatures across the seasons

• how long each season lasts

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Which of these are affected by Earth's tilt?

• the number of daylight hours in June

• changes in yearly temperatures across the seasons

• how long each season lasts

• the phases of the moon

What causes the different seasons on Earth?

• The distance of Earth from the Sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The speed of Earth's rotation

• The shape of Earth's orbit

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During which season does the Northern Hemisphere experience the longest daylight hours?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

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Which of the following is true about the equinoxes?

• Day and night are of equal length

• The Sun is directly over the Tropic of Cancer

• The Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun

• The Southern Hemisphere experiences winter

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How does the angle of sunlight affect temperature?

• Direct sunlight is less intense and cooler

• Direct sunlight is more intense and warmer

• Indirect sunlight is more intense and warmer

• Indirect sunlight has no effect on temperature

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What is the primary reason for the variation in temperature between summer and winter?

• The distance from the Sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The speed of Earth's orbit

• The shape of Earth's orbit

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Which of the following best explains why the Southern Hemisphere experiences summer while the Northern Hemisphere experiences winter?

• The Southern Hemisphere is closer to the Sun

• The Southern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun

• The Southern Hemisphere has a faster rotation

• The Southern Hemisphere has more landmass

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