Seasonal Differences in the Northeastern US
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What is the primary reason why Northerners experience cold winters?

  • Because of the mountains turning into a display of colors
  • Being closer to the equator
  • As a result of the earth's tilt towards the sun (correct)
  • Due to the earth's rotation around the sun
  • Why do regions closer to the equator have relatively warm to hot temperatures throughout the year?

  • Due to the earth's rotation around the sun
  • Because they are closer to the equator (correct)
  • As a result of being further away from the equator
  • Because of the mountains turning into a display of colors
  • What is the main cause for varying temperatures as seasons change in areas north or south of the equator?

  • The earth's rotation around the sun
  • Being closer to the equator
  • Wearing shorts in November
  • The earth's tilt towards the sun (correct)
  • Which factor contributes most to the existence of seasons on Earth?

    <p>The earth's axis being straight up and down (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what month does the author typically find themselves questioning why they live in the Northeastern US?

    <p>February (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do individuals living in regions closer to the equator experience different seasons from those living further away?

    <p>Due to their location on earth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What plays a crucial role in causing Northerners to suffer through cold winters?

    <p>The earth's tilt toward the sun (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many days does it take the Earth to make one complete revolution around the Sun?

    <p>365 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the existence of seasons on Earth?

    <p>The Earth's tilt on its axis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the Northern Hemisphere experience its summer solstice?

    <p>June 21st (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the Southern Hemisphere experience its summer solstice?

    <p>December 21st (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the Earth's tilt and the experience of seasons?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the seasons differ between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

    <p>They experience the opposite seasons at the same time (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the temperature differences between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres during the same season?

    <p>Differences in latitude and distance from the equator (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the Earth's axis become parallel to the Sun's rays, resulting in milder spring and fall temperatures?

    <p>During the spring and fall equinoxes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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