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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
How does the position of Earth in its orbit affect the seasons?
The distance from the Sun changes, affecting temperature.
Different parts of the planet tilt towards or away from the Sun, causing seasonal changes.
The speed of Earth's rotation changes, leading to different seasons.
The amount of sunlight received is constant throughout the year.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is the tilt of Earth's axis?
22.5 degrees
23.5 degrees
24.5 degrees
25.5 degrees
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere when it is summer in the Southern Hemisphere?
Spring
Autumn
Winter
Monsoon
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is the significance of the Spring Equinox?
It marks the start of winter.
It marks the point when day and night are approximately equal in length, signaling the start of spring.
It is the longest day of the year.
It is a celebration of harvest.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What happens to sunlight during summer in the Northern Hemisphere?
The Northern Hemisphere receives indirect sunlight, resulting in cooler temperatures.
The Northern Hemisphere receives direct sunlight, resulting in warmer temperatures.
The Northern Hemisphere receives no sunlight, resulting in cold temperatures.
The Northern Hemisphere receives scattered sunlight, resulting in mild temperatures.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is the difference between rotation and revolution?
Rotation is the orbit of Earth around the Sun, taking about 365.25 days, while revolution is the spinning of Earth on its axis, taking about 24 hours.
Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, taking about 24 hours, while revolution is the orbit of Earth around the Sun, taking about 365.25 days.
Rotation and revolution are the same processes that describe Earth's movement in space.
Rotation refers to the movement of the Moon around the Earth, while revolution refers to the movement of Earth around the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
How does the Earth's rotation affect day and night?
The Earth's rotation on its axis causes different parts of the planet to face the Sun or be in shadow, creating day and night.
The Earth's rotation causes the Sun to move around the Earth, leading to day and night.
The Earth's rotation has no effect on day and night; it is caused by the Moon's phases.
The Earth's rotation changes the temperature, which affects the length of day and night.
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