You might think you know all about the seasons, but how much do you really know about these four distinct changes? It's time to find out! Embark on this quiz and put your knowledge of the seasons to the test!
Question 1/12
pexels.com
The four distinct seasons are found only in the ____________ zones.
Polar
Temperate
Tropical
Question 2/12
pexels.com
How many complete rotations does the earth make around the sun each year?
One
Two
Three
Question 3/12
pixabay.com
What day is the September equinox?
September 22
September 30
September 29
Question 4/12
pexels.com
Why does the Earth have seasons?
Because of the tilt of its axis
Because of the atmosphere
Because of earth's distance from the sun
Question 5/12
pexels.com
What date does the summer solstice take place?
June 30th
June 19th
June 22nd
Question 6/12
pexels.com
Why do plants lose their leaves in fall?
Shortening days and cooler temperatures
Excessive rainfall
Lack of sunlight
Question 7/12
pexels.com
How long do seasons last on Earth?
80-85 days
90-95 days
100-110 days
Question 8/12
pixabay.com
Which of these planets in our solar system has the longest seasons?
Mercury
Jupiter
Uranus
Question 9/12
pexels.com
When is the winter solstice?
December 21st
December 17th
December 5th
Question 10/12
pexels.com
True or false: In some countries there are six seasons.
True
False
Question 11/12
pexels.com
When it turns fall in the United States, what season will it be in countries in the Southern Hemisphere, such as Australia or South Africa?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Question 12/12
pexels.com
Can meteorological changes happen before the official start of a given season?
Yes
No
Only in certain parts of the world
You have an average knowledge on the four seasons and what exactly make the season what they are! With a strong base knowledge, you have what it takes to keep building upon your knowledge until you've truly mastered the seasons like a pro! Go you!
C+, Seasonally Average
pexels.com
Right!
Based on the results of this quiz, you are a true seasonal savant! Everyone knows there are four seasons, but few people know the how and the why like you do. You're not just aware of the seasons themselves, but the science behind the seasons. Go ahead and brag a little, you've earned it!
B+, Seasonal Savant
pexels.com
Right!
You are a true seasonal sensation! Though almost every American knows the four basic seasons, most lack the insight as to why the seasons occur and what controls them. You possess a vast knowledge on the science behind the seasons and why some climates take the course that they do. You're well informed and well rounded. Go you!
A+, Seasonal Sensation
pexels.com
Right!
1
The four distinct seasons are found only in the ____________ zones.
Polar
Temperate
Tropical
2
How many complete rotations does the earth make around the sun each year?
One
Two
Three
3
What day is the September equinox?
September 22
September 30
September 29
4
Why does the Earth have seasons?
Because of the tilt of its axis
Because of the atmosphere
Because of earth's distance from the sun
5
What date does the summer solstice take place?
June 30th
June 19th
June 22nd
6
Why do plants lose their leaves in fall?
Shortening days and cooler temperatures
Excessive rainfall
Lack of sunlight
7
How long do seasons last on Earth?
80-85 days
90-95 days
100-110 days
8
Which of these planets in our solar system has the longest seasons?
Mercury
Jupiter
Uranus
9
When is the winter solstice?
December 21st
December 17th
December 5th
10
True or false: In some countries there are six seasons.
True
False
11
When it turns fall in the United States, what season will it be in countries in the Southern Hemisphere, such as Australia or South Africa?
Spring
Summer
Fall
12
Can meteorological changes happen before the official start of a given season?
Yes
No
Only in certain parts of the world
