5.1 Quick Check

What causes the different seasons on Earth?

• Earth's distance from the Sun

• Earth's tilt on its axis

• The Sun's temperature

• The Moon's phases

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Which season occurs when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the Sun?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall

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What is the angle of Earth's tilt on its axis?

• 15 degrees

• 23.5 degrees

• 30 degrees

• 45 degrees

During which solstice does the Northern Hemisphere experience the longest day of the year?

• Winter Solstice

• Summer Solstice

• Vernal Equinox

• Autumnal Equinox

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What happens during an equinox?

• Day is longer than night

• Night is longer than day

• Day and night are equal

• There is no sunlight

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Which season in the Northern Hemisphere has the shortest days and longest nights?

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall

• Winter

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What is the main purpose of modeling Earth's tilt and seasons with a flashlight and ball?

• To create shadows

• To observe changing light patterns

• To measure temperature

• To simulate gravity

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How are seasons in the Southern Hemisphere compared to the Northern Hemisphere?

• They are the same

• They are opposite

• They occur at random times

• They are longer

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What historical importance did solstices and equinoxes have?

• They were used for navigation

• They were essential for survival and agricultural planning

• They determined the calendar year

• They were used to predict weather

Which season is characterized by equal day and night lengths and warmer temperatures?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall

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