Hmh Seasons

When it is winter, the United States receives the least direct solar energy, as compared with the rest of the year. Why does this happen?

• The Northern Hemisphere is closer to the sun.

• The Northern Hemisphere is farther from the sun.

• The Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun.

• The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun.

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In addition to changes in the number of hours of daylight, what other factor contributes to Earth’s seasons?

• time of the day

• angle of the sun’s radiation

• energy as heat from the moon

• warm air blowing from the oceans

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Examine the diagram of Earth’s orbit. The position labeled “1” represents the season of summer in .

• at the poles

• at the equator

• in the Southern Hemisphere

• in the Northern Hemisphere

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Kevin travels from the United States to Australia for the winter, but when he gets there it feels more like summer. Which statement explains this?

• The Northern Hemisphere is experiencing an equinox.

• The Southern Hemisphere is experiencing an equinox.

• The Southern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun, so it is summer in Australia.

• The Southern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun, so it is summer in Australia.

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Which characteristic is associated with winter as compared to summer?

• noon sun lower in the sky

• higher daytime temperatures

• more daily hours of sunlight

• longer days and shorter nights

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Vesna is studying seasons on Earth. She drew a diagram of Earth to show how it is tilted on its axis. Vesna wants to include the label of Earth’s tilt on her diagram. What angle should Vesna add?

• 15.5°

• 23.5°

• 30°

• 45°

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What causes the different seasons on Earth?

• The distance from the sun changes.

• The tilt of Earth's axis.

• The speed of Earth's rotation.

• The shape of Earth's orbit.

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

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

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What is the primary reason for warmer temperatures in the summer?

• Earth is closer to the sun.

• Earth is farther from the sun.

• The sun's rays hit Earth more directly.

• The sun's rays hit Earth at a steeper angle.

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Which of the following is true about the equinoxes?

• Day and night are of equal length.

• The sun is directly over the poles.

• The Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun.

• The Southern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun.

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