Earth's Science Quiz

What causes the Earth to have different seasons?

• The distance between the Earth and the Sun changes throughout the year.

• The Earth's axis is tilted as it revolves around the Sun.

• The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

• The Moon blocking the Sun's light at various times of the year.

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

• 24 hours

• 365 days

• 12 hours

• 30 days

What is the term for one complete orbit of the Earth around the Sun?

• Rotation

• Revolution

• Cycle

• Ellipse

During which season does the North Pole tilt towards the Sun?

• Winter

• Summer

• Spring

• Autumn

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What effect does the Earth's rotation have on day and night?

• It causes the seasons to change.

• It has no effect on day and night.

• It causes day when the Earth faces the Sun and night when it faces away.

• It changes the distance between the Earth and the Sun.

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

• 24 hours

• 30 days

• 365 days

• 12 hours

Why do we experience longer days and shorter nights in summer?

• Because the Earth is closer to the Sun.

• Because the Earth's axis is tilted towards the Sun.

• Because the Earth rotates faster.

• Because the Earth's orbit is a perfect circle.

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What causes shadows to change length throughout the day?

• The Earth's revolution around the Sun.

• The tilt of the Earth's axis.

• The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

• The Moon's orbit around the Earth.

Which season is experienced in the Southern Hemisphere when it is winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Winter

• Summer

• Spring

• Autumn

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What happens during the equinox?

• The Earth's axis is tilted neither towards nor away from the Sun.

• The Earth is closest to the Sun.

• The North Pole is tilted towards the Sun.

• The South Pole is tilted towards the Sun.

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