Earth's Rotation and Revolution Quiz

Earth's Rotation and Revolution Quiz

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physics, Biology, Geography

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial covers Earth's orbit around the sun, explaining how it results in day and night cycles. It also discusses how Earth's tilt causes the seasons, with a focus on North America's summer and winter solstice. The tutorial aims to enhance understanding of these astronomical phenomena.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the path that Earth follows around the sun called?

Rotation

Orbit

Equator

Axis

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What causes the cycle of day and night on Earth?

The sun's rotation

The moon's orbit around Earth

Earth's rotation on its axis

Earth's revolution around the sun

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Earth's tilt affect the seasons?

It affects the moon's phases

It causes the sun to move closer to Earth

It changes the length of the year

It results in different parts of Earth receiving varying amounts of sunlight

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which season is North America tilted towards the sun?

Winter

Spring

Autumn

Summer

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the shortest day of the year in North America called?

Winter Solstice

Summer Solstice

Equinox

Spring Equinox