Fun Facts: Autumn and November

What is the official start date of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere?

• October 1st

• November 1st

• December 1st

• September 22nd or 23rd

What is the name of the festival celebrated in India during autumn?

• Holi

• Diwali

• Christmas

• Eid

What is the scientific term for the changing colors of leaves in autumn?

• leaf decay

• photosynthesis inhibition

• leaf senescence

• chlorophyll depletion

Which fruit is commonly associated with the fall season?

• watermelon

• apple

• banana

• orange

What is the name of the famous poem written by John Keats about autumn?

• The Seasons

• Ode to the Fall

• To Autumn

• Autumn Leaves

Which country celebrates the Day of the Dead in November?

• Mexico

• Brazil

• Spain

• China

What is the birthstone for November?

• ruby
• topaz
• sapphire
• emerald

Which zodiac signs are associated with the month of November?

• Leo and Virgo

• Gemini and Cancer

• Aries and Taurus

• Scorpio and Sagittarius

What is the name of the phenomenon that causes the leaves to fall in autumn?

• Leaf Fall

• Autumnal Drop

• Deciduous Drop

• Abcission

Which flower is commonly associated with the fall season?

• Rose

• Sunflower

• Chrysanthemum

• Tulip