Rotation and Revolution

Spinning of the Earth on its axis is called...

• rotation
• revolution
• orbit
• double axis

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The EARTH REVOLVES around the:

• Sun
• Moon
• The Earth doesn't revolve
• The sun rotates

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What degree is the earth tilted?

• 23
• 25
• 23.5
• 25.5

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What is the name of the imaginary line running through the North Pole to the South Pole?

• orbit
• axis
• equator
• latitude

Why do globes lean sideways?

• To allow them to spin easier.
• To demonstrate the tilt of Earth's axis.
• To demonstrate the effects of gravity.
• To demonstrate day and night.

Many cultures have different methods to determine the time of day. Which of the following is an ancient tool invented to determine the time of day?

• watch

• clock

• sundial

• compass

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When the Northern Hemisphere of Earth is Leaning away from the Sun, What season is the Southern Hemisphere experiencing?

• Summer
• Winter
• Spring
• Fall

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What season is letter A?

• Winter
• Summer
• Spring
• Fall

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Why is it warmer in the summer?

• Closer to the sun
• More direct light from Earth's tilt
• Stronger light from the sun
• Earth spins slower

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When the part of the world that you're living in is leaning towards the Sun, its _____

• winter
• spring
• summer
• fall

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