What do solstices signify in terms of day length?
Solstice

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The days when the Earth is farthest from the Sun
The days when the Earth is closest to the Sun
The days with equal day and night length
The longest and shortest days of the year
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What causes the change in seasons and daylight length on Earth?
The shape of Earth's orbit
The distance of Earth from the Sun
The speed of Earth's rotation
The tilt of Earth's axis
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When does the summer solstice typically occur in the Northern Hemisphere?
Around March 21st
Around June 21st
Around December 21st
Around September 21st
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the winter solstice in terms of Earth's tilt?
The South Pole is tilted closest to the Sun
The Earth is not tilted towards or away from the Sun
The North Pole is tilted farthest from the Sun
The North Pole is tilted closest to the Sun
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the word 'solstice' mean in Latin?
Sun and change
Sun and moon
Sun and stand still
Sun and move
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