Earth's place in space

The Earth spinning on its axis is called?

• Revolution

• Rotation

• Research

• Seasons

The Earth going around the Sun one time is called a . . .?

• Revolution

• Rotation

• Shadow

• Seasons

When the Earth tilts toward the Sun we have?

• Winter

• Summer

• Spring

• Fall

Which season is taking place in the Northern Hemisphere in Position 1?

• Winter
• Spring
• Summer
• Fall

What are the reasons for the seasons?

• Earth's tilt & rotation
• Earth's tilt & revolution
• Earth's rotation & size
• Earth's tilt & resolution

Why do globes lean sideways?

• To allow them to spin easier.
• To demonstrate the tilt of Earth's axis.
• To demonstrate the effects of gravity.
• To demonstrate day and night.

How long does it take for the Earth to make one full orbit around the Sun?

• one day
• one week
• one month
• one year

The Earth is rotating on its axis, creating _____

• the 12 months
• the years
• the seasons
• day and night

As the Earth travels around the Sun, it creates a pattern that makes _____

• the months
• the years
• the seasons
• day and night

Which part of Earth is experiencing night?

• A

• B

• C

• D