8.4 Defining Seasons
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the basis for the astronomical calendar?
Mars' position in the solar system
Moon's orbit around Earth
Earth's tilt and the Sun's alignment over the equator
Earth's rotation on its axis
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When does the summer solstice occur in the Northern Hemisphere?
December 22
September 22
June 21
March 21
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is an extra day added every fourth year?
To account for Earth's actual travel around the Sun
To align with the lunar calendar
To celebrate a special event
To create a longer summer season
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are meteorological seasons defined?
Based on the rotation of the Milky Way galaxy
Based on the lunar phases
Based on the annual temperature cycle
Based on the position of Earth in relation to the Sun
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which season includes March, April, and May in the Northern Hemisphere?
Meteorological summer
Meteorological spring
Meteorological winter
Meteorological fall
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What led to the creation of meteorological seasons?
Mythological stories
Astronomical observations
Meteorological observing and forecasting
Ancient calendars
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do the lengths of meteorological seasons compare to astronomical seasons?
They vary depending on the year
They are the same
They are shorter
They are longer
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
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