Four Seasons One Year

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What date does summer start in the Northern Hemisphere?

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June 21

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Which season is characterized by the least amount of sunshine?

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Winter

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What date does winter start in the Northern Hemisphere?

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December 21

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What date does spring start in the Northern Hemisphere?

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March 21

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What do plants typically do in spring?

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Grow new leaves

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What are the four seasons of the year?

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Spring, Summer, Autumn (Fall), Winter

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What is the primary characteristic of summer?

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Warm weather and longer days

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How does the amount of daylight change from winter to summer?

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Daylight increases from winter to summer.

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What happens to trees in winter?

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Many trees lose their leaves and enter dormancy.

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What is the significance of the equinoxes?

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They mark the beginning of spring and autumn, when day and night are approximately equal in length.

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