What is the Milankovitch cycle primarily concerned with?

Unraveling Climate Change Through the Milankovitch Cycle

Interactive Video
•
Science, Geography, History
•
9th - 12th Grade
•
Hard

Patricia Brown
FREE Resource
Read more
10 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The influence of volcanic eruptions on global temperatures
The effect of ocean currents on weather patterns
The impact of human activity on climate
The changes in Earth's climate due to its orbit and rotation
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are the northern latitudes crucial in understanding climate change?
They receive the most sunlight year-round
They have the most diverse ecosystems
They are the most populated regions on Earth
They contain more ice, which affects climate through reflection
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the Earth's tilt influence climate?
It affects the amount of sunlight received during summer
It changes the distance between Earth and the moon
It determines the length of the day and night
It controls the speed of Earth's rotation
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does the moon play in Earth's climate stability?
It reflects sunlight, cooling the Earth
It stabilizes Earth's tilt, reducing dramatic climate changes
It causes tides that regulate ocean temperatures
It influences the migration patterns of animals
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Aphelion?
The period of longest daylight in the northern hemisphere
The time when Earth's tilt is at its maximum
The point when Earth is furthest from the sun
The point when Earth is closest to the sun
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do Jupiter and Saturn affect Earth's orbit?
They cause Earth's orbit to become more elliptical or circular
They increase Earth's speed around the sun
They change the direction of Earth's rotation
They have no significant effect on Earth's orbit
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is precession in the context of Earth's movement?
The gradual change in the shape of Earth's orbit
The slow wobble of Earth's axis over time
The increase in Earth's rotational speed
The shift in Earth's magnetic poles
Create a free account and access millions of resources
Similar Resources on Quizizz
11 questions
Milankovitch Cycles and Climate Change

Interactive video
•
9th - 12th Grade
11 questions
Earth's Climate and Atmospheric Changes

Interactive video
•
9th - 12th Grade
11 questions
Earth's Climate and Historical Events

Interactive video
•
9th - 12th Grade
11 questions
Beringia and Earth's Climate Change

Interactive video
•
9th - 12th Grade
11 questions
Climate Patterns and Ice Ages: The Earth's Cycles of Change

Interactive video
•
9th - 10th Grade
6 questions
Exploring the World of Satellites: Their Role in Modern Society

Interactive video
•
KG - University
6 questions
Earth's Seasons

Interactive video
•
KG - University
6 questions
Exploring Venus: Earth's Sister Planet

Interactive video
•
KG - University
Popular Resources on Quizizz
15 questions
Multiplication Facts

Quiz
•
4th Grade
25 questions
SS Combined Advisory Quiz

Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
40 questions
Week 4 Student In Class Practice Set

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
40 questions
SOL: ILE DNA Tech, Gen, Evol 2025

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
20 questions
NC Universities (R2H)

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
15 questions
June Review Quiz

Quiz
•
Professional Development
20 questions
Congruent and Similar Triangles

Quiz
•
8th Grade
25 questions
Triangle Inequalities

Quiz
•
10th - 12th Grade