Seasonal Brain Teaser

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis.

Front

What happens to the Northern Hemisphere during the summer solstice?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere is tilted directly toward the Sun.

Front

True or False: Earth is the only planet in our solar system with seasons.

Back

False.

Front

What is a noticeable characteristic of seasons near the equator?

Back

There is very little temperature change throughout the year.

Front

What is the summer solstice?

Back

The day with the most daylight in the Northern Hemisphere.

Front

How does the Earth's tilt affect seasonal changes?

Back

The tilt causes different parts of the Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

Front

What is the winter solstice?

Back

The day with the least daylight in the Northern Hemisphere.

Front

Which hemisphere experiences summer when the Northern Hemisphere experiences winter?

Back

The Southern Hemisphere.

Front

What are the two main seasons experienced near the equator?

Back

Rainy and dry seasons.

Front

How does the Earth's rotation affect day and night?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis causes day and night.