Understanding Solstices and Seasonal Changes

What causes the occurrence of solstices on Earth?

• The Earth's distance from the Sun

• The Earth's magnetic field

• The Earth's tilt on its axis

• The Earth's speed of rotation

When the Northern Hemisphere experiences summer, what season is it in the Southern Hemisphere?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

Why is Stonehenge significant in the context of solstice celebrations?

• It is the closest point to the Sun during solstices

• It was built by ancient Egyptians

• It has been a site for rituals and ceremonies for thousands of years

• It is the only place where solstices can be observed

What is the Midnight Sun?

• A rare astronomical event

• The sun remaining visible at midnight in certain regions

• A festival celebrated at midnight

• A solar eclipse occurring at midnight

How do people in the Northern Hemisphere typically celebrate the summer solstice?

• By planting crops

• By staying indoors

• By gathering at historical sites like Stonehenge

• By fasting and praying