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6.9A Earth’s Revolution and Seasons

Quiz by WENDY OLIVER

Grade 6
Science (2021)
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

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  • Q1
    What causes the seasons to change on Earth?
    The speed of the Earth's rotation varies.
    The tilt of the Earth's axis as it revolves around the Sun.
    The Earth's atmosphere changes density.
    The distance between the Earth and the Sun changes.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q2
    Why is it summer in the Northern Hemisphere when Earth is farthest from the Sun?
    The Earth moves faster in its orbit at this time.
    The Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the Sun, receiving more direct sunlight.
    The Sun's heat output increases seasonally.
    The Earth's tilt decreases the distance to the Sun.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q3
    How does the tilt of Earth's axis affect the length of daylight during different seasons?
    It causes the Sun to rise in different directions each day.
    It changes the angle and intensity of sunlight, causing longer days in summer and shorter days in winter.
    It affects the speed at which Earth revolves around the Sun.
    It keeps the length of daylight constant throughout the year.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q4
    What is the main reason for Earth experiencing different seasons throughout the year?
    The axial tilt of the Earth as it revolves around the Sun.
    The Earth's changing speed in its orbit.
    The movement of tectonic plates.
    The varying distance between Earth and the Sun.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q5
    In what way does the tilt of Earth's axis cause seasonal temperature variations?
    It alters Earth’s distance from the Sun, changing temperatures.
    It shifts ocean currents to distribute heat differently.
    It causes the Moon to block sunlight, affecting temperature.
    The tilt influences how much direct sunlight each hemisphere receives, affecting temperatures.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q6
    What phenomenon occurs because of Earth's axial tilt as it orbits the Sun?
    The creation of tides in the ocean.
    The alternation of seasons such as spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
    The occurrence of day and night.
    The phases of the Moon such as full moon and new moon.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q7
    Which factor is responsible for different parts of Earth experiencing different seasons at the same time?
    The tilt of Earth's axis relative to its orbital path around the Sun.
    The varying speed of Earth's rotation on its axis.
    The presence of large landmasses near the poles.
    The elliptical shape of Earth's orbit around the Sun.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q8
    What role does Earth's axial tilt play in the changing length of days and nights across seasons?
    The tilt redirects ocean currents, altering day lengths.
    The tilt increases Earth's speed in orbit, changing days.
    The tilt causes variations in how much sunlight each hemisphere receives, affecting day length.
    The tilt shifts atmospheric pressure, affecting daylight.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q9
    How does the tilt of Earth's axis affect the intensity of the seasons?
    The tilt determines the angle of sunlight, making seasons more intense.
    The tilt causes the oceans to warm up significantly.
    The tilt increases volcanic activity during certain seasons.
    The tilt changes the atmospheric pressure drastically.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A
  • Q10
    Why does the Southern Hemisphere experience winter when the Northern Hemisphere experiences summer?
    The Southern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun while the Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward it.
    The Southern Hemisphere is farther from the Sun than the Northern Hemisphere.
    The Southern Hemisphere rotates faster on its axis.
    The Southern Hemisphere has more cloud cover, reducing sunlight.
    30s
    SCI.6.9A

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