Understanding Earth's Movements and Their Effects

What causes the seasonal changes on Earth?

• The Earth's magnetic field

• The Earth's rotation speed

• The Earth's axis tilt

• The Earth's distance from the sun

What is the term for the sun's maximum positions north and south on the horizon?

• Apexes

• Solstices

• Zeniths

• Equinoxes

In which hemisphere does the Northern Solstice occur during winter?

• Northern Hemisphere

• Southern Hemisphere

• Neither Hemisphere

• Both Hemispheres

What is a zenith passage?

• When the sun is at its lowest point

• When the sun is directly overhead

• When the sun sets in the west

• When the sun rises in the east

How does the sun's path change as you move towards the poles?

• It becomes more extreme

• It becomes less noticeable

• It becomes more perpendicular

• It remains constant

What are equinoxes?

• Points when the sun is at its highest

• Days when the sun does not set

• Midpoints between solstices

• Days when the sun is directly overhead

Why is determining the exact date of an equinox challenging?

• The Earth's rotation speed varies

• The Earth's axis tilt changes

• The Earth's orbit is elliptical

• The Earth's orbit is a perfect circle

What is the significance of Cross-Quarter Days?

• They are another way to divide the year by time intervals

• They indicate the longest day of the year

• They divide the year into four equal parts

• They mark the start of each season

What is the focus of archaeoastronomy?

• Modern astronomical concepts

• Ancient cultures' understanding of solar patterns

• The study of stars and galaxies

• The measurement of time using the sun

How can observing the sky help us today?

• By understanding ancient cultures

• By predicting weather patterns

• By appreciating natural phenomena

• By improving navigation skills