VG_Exit Ticket_Seasons #4

Explain how the tilt of the Earth affects the intensity of sunlight received at different latitudes during different seasons.

• The tilt causes the Earth to be closer to the Sun in summer, increasing sunlight intensity.

• The tilt causes varying angles of sunlight, affecting intensity and creating seasons.

• The tilt has no effect on sunlight intensity; it is the Earth's distance from the Sun that matters.

• The tilt causes the Earth to rotate faster, increasing sunlight intensity.

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Analyze the impact of Earth's axial tilt on the climate of polar regions compared to equatorial regions.

• Polar regions receive more sunlight due to the tilt, making them warmer.

• Equatorial regions experience extreme seasonal changes due to the tilt.

• Polar regions have less direct sunlight, leading to colder climates.

• Equatorial regions are colder because they receive less sunlight.

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Evaluate the statement: "If the Earth's axis were not tilted, there would be no seasons." Provide reasoning for your answer.

• True, because the tilt is responsible for the variation in sunlight angles.

• False, because the Earth's orbit alone causes seasons.

• True, because the tilt affects the Earth's distance from the Sun.

• False, because the tilt has no effect on seasons.

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Assess the role of Earth's axial tilt in the distribution of solar energy across the planet.

• The tilt causes equal distribution of solar energy year-round.

• The tilt causes uneven distribution, leading to seasonal variations.

• The tilt has no effect on solar energy distribution.

• The tilt causes more solar energy to reach the poles.

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Match the following

• Winter Solstice

• Equal days and night

• Summer Solstice

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• Rotation

• Days are the longest

• Revolution

• Days are the shortest

• Equinox

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