Summer

What is the significance of the summer solstice in many cultures?

• It marks the longest day of the year.

• It marks the shortest day of the year.

• It is the first day of winter.

• It is the first day of spring.

Which ancient civilization is known for celebrating the festival of 'Inti Raymi' during the summer solstice?

• The Aztecs

• The Incas

• The Mayans

• The Egyptians

In which hemisphere does summer occur from December to February?

• Northern Hemisphere

• Southern Hemisphere

• Eastern Hemisphere

• Western Hemisphere

What is a common agricultural activity during the summer season in many parts of the world?

• Planting seeds

• Harvesting crops

• Plowing fields

• Fallowing land

Which U.S. holiday is celebrated on the first Monday of September, marking the unofficial end of summer?

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Memorial Day

• Veterans Day

What is the primary reason for the occurrence of different seasons, including summer?

• The Earth's distance from the Sun

• The tilt of the Earth's axis

• The Sun's changing energy output

• The Earth's rotation speed

Which European country is famous for its 'Midsummer' celebrations, involving maypoles and traditional songs?

• Germany

• Sweden

• France

• Italy

What is the term for the warm ocean current that affects the climate of the western coast of South America, often intensifying during summer?

• La Niña

• El Niño

• Gulf Stream

• Kuroshio Current

Which famous English playwright wrote 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'?

• Christopher Marlowe

• William Shakespeare

• Ben Jonson

• John Webster

What is the traditional Japanese festival celebrated in summer, known for its fireworks and yukata?

• Tanabata

• Obon

• Hanami

• Setsubun