Yr7 Seasons Cycle

What causes the change in seasons on Earth?

• The tilt of the Earth's axis

• The tilt of the Earth's orbit

• The rotation speed of the Earth

• The size of the Earth

Answer explanation

The change in seasons on Earth is caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis, which affects the angle at which sunlight reaches the Earth's surface.

During which season in the Northern Hemisphere is the day shortest?

• Summer

• Winter

• Spring

• Autumn

Answer explanation

The day is shortest during winter in the Northern Hemisphere due to the tilt of the Earth's axis away from the sun, resulting in less daylight hours.

Which hemisphere experiences summer when its pole is tilted towards the Sun?

• Northern

• Southern

• Eastern

• Western

Answer explanation

The Northern hemisphere experiences summer when its pole is tilted towards the Sun due to the Earth's axial tilt.

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on the angle of sunlight?

• It stays the same

• It decreases

• It increases

• It disappears

Answer explanation

The Earth's tilt causes the angle of sunlight to increase, leading to changes in the seasons.

When do we have equal day and night lengths on Earth?

• Summer Solstice

• Winter Solstice

• Spring Equinox

• Autumn Equinox

Answer explanation

During the Spring Equinox, the day and night lengths are approximately equal, making it the correct choice.

What causes the variation in the length of day and night throughout the year?

• The tilt of the Earth's axis

• The Earth's rotation around the Sun

• The distance from the Sun

• The Moon's orbit

Answer explanation

The tilt of the Earth's axis causes the variation in the length of day and night throughout the year.

In which season does the Northern Hemisphere experience its longest day?

• Spring

• Autumn

• Winter

• Summer

Answer explanation

The Northern Hemisphere experiences its longest day during the season of Summer.

When the North Pole is tilted away from the Sun, what season does the Southern Hemisphere experience?

• Winter

• Summer

• Spring

• Autumn

Answer explanation

When the North Pole is tilted away from the Sun, the Southern Hemisphere experiences summer due to receiving more direct sunlight and longer days.

Which phenomenon is responsible for causing different seasons in different parts of the Earth?

• Solar flares

• Tectonic plate movement

• Axial tilt

• Volcanic eruptions

Answer explanation

The phenomenon responsible for causing different seasons in different parts of the Earth is axial tilt, which causes the angle of sunlight to vary throughout the year.

How does the tilt of the Earth's axis affect the intensity of sunlight received by different regions?

• It has no effect

• It decreases

• It increases

• It makes the regions colder

Answer explanation

The tilt of the Earth's axis increases the intensity of sunlight received by different regions, leading to variations in seasons and climate.