Earth Rotation and Revolution Review

Front

The Earth is rotating on its axis, creating _____

Back

day and night

Front

Which of the following best describes why the Earth has the four seasons?

Back

The tilt of the Earth is the primary reason for the seasons

Front

What happens when the area in which you live tilts away from the sun?

Back

It is winter.

Front

The spinning movement of the Earth about its axis is called the Earth's _____

Back

rotation

Front

You are getting ready for school. On the other side of the world, students are getting ready for _______.

Back

bed

Front

What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

Back

orbit

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full rotation?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

revolution

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

Front

What season occurs when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun?

Back

summer