The Earth's Tilt and Its Impact on Seasons and Daylight

The Earth's Tilt and Its Impact on Seasons and Daylight

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Geography

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explains why winter is colder and darker than summer by discussing the Earth's tilt. The Earth's axis is tilted at 23.4 degrees, affecting the amount of sunlight different parts of the Earth receive. In winter, the northern hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun, resulting in shorter daylight hours and less direct sunlight, making it colder. Conversely, in summer, the northern hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun, leading to longer daylight hours and more direct sunlight, making it warmer. The video concludes that camping is more favorable in the UK during summer due to these seasonal differences.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is winter generally colder and darker than summer?

Due to increased cloud cover in winter.

Because the Sun emits less heat in winter.

Due to the Earth's axis being tilted away from the Sun.

Because the Earth is farther from the Sun in winter.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the angle of the Earth's axis tilt?

30 degrees

45 degrees

23.4 degrees

15.5 degrees

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

48 hours

24 hours

365 days

12 hours

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the northern hemisphere during winter?

It is tilted away from the Sun.

It receives more direct sunlight.

It is tilted towards the Sun.

It experiences longer days.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the angle of sunlight affect temperature?

Direct sunlight is less concentrated and cooler.

Angled sunlight is more concentrated and warmer.

Direct sunlight is more concentrated and warmer.

Angled sunlight is less concentrated and cooler.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the Sun appear higher in the sky during summer?

Because the Sun moves closer to the Earth.

Due to the Earth's axis tilt towards the Sun.

Because the Earth is closer to the Sun.

Due to increased solar activity.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for preferring summer camping in the UK?

Shorter daylight hours and warmer temperatures.

Longer daylight hours and cooler temperatures.

More rainfall and cooler temperatures.

Longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Earth's tilt affect the seasons?

It alters the angle and concentration of sunlight.

It causes the Earth to move closer to the Sun.

It changes the distance between the Earth and the Moon.

It affects the Earth's gravitational pull.

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on daylight hours in summer?

Daylight hours are shorter.

Daylight hours are longer.

Daylight hours are unpredictable.

Daylight hours remain the same.