Earth's Climate and Seasons Quiz

What is an equinox?

• A day when Earth's rotation axis is tilted directly towards the Sun

• A day when Earth's rotation axis is tilted directly away from the Sun

• A day when Earth's rotation axis is not tilted towards or away from the Sun, resulting in equal day and night

• A day when Earth is closest to the Sun

What is a solstice?

• A day when Earth's rotation axis is tilted directly towards the Sun

• A day when Earth's rotation axis is tilted directly away from the Sun

• A day when Earth's rotation axis is not tilted towards or away from the Sun

• A) and B) are correct

Which direction does Earth rotate?

• From west to east

• From east to west

• From north to south

• From south to north

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

• 24 hours

• 365 days

• 12 hours

• 30 days

What causes the change of seasons on Earth?

• The distance between Earth and the Sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The rotation of Earth on its axis

• The revolution of the Moon around Earth

How long does it take for Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

• 24 hours

• 365 days

• 12 hours

• 30 days

What is the main reason for the existence of trade winds?

• Earth's rotation

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The revolution of Earth around the Sun

• The gravitational pull of the Moon

What are the Polar Easterlies?

• Winds that blow from the polar areas towards the west

• Winds that blow from the polar areas towards the east

• Warm ocean currents near the poles

• Cold ocean currents near the equator

Which direction do the Westerlies blow?

• From the west towards the east

• From the east towards the west

• From the north towards the south

• From the south towards the north

What is the jet stream?

• A slow-moving ocean current

• A fast-moving river

• A high-speed air current in the atmosphere

• A type of warm ocean current