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1.
Approximately how many hours of daylight are received at the North Pole on June 21?
1. 0
3. 18
2. 12
4. 24
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2.
The diagram shows the apparent paths of the Sun in relation to a house in the northeastern United States on June 21 and December
21.
Which statement best explains the cause of this apparent change in the Sun’s path?
1.
2.
3.
4.
The Sun’s orbital velocity changes as it revolves around the Earth.
The Earth’s orbital velocity changes as it revolves around the Sun.
The Earth’s axis is tilted 23.5°.
The Sun’s axis is tilted 23.5°.
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The diagram below shows the apparent path of the Sun as viewed by an observer at a certain Earth location on March 21.
At which latitude is the observer located?
1. the Equator (0°)
2. 23
°N
3. 66
°N
4. 90° N
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4.
Base your answer on the diagram, which shows a model of the apparent path and position of the Sun in relation to an observer at
four different locations, A, B, C, and D, on Earth’s surface on the dates indicated. The zenith (z) and the actual position of the Sun
in the model at the time of the observation are shown. [The zenith is the point directly over the observer.]
Figure 1
From sunrise to sunset at location B, the length of the observer’s shadow will
1. increase, only
3. increase, then decrease
2. decrease, only
4. decrease, then increase
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5.
Base your answer on the diagram, which shows numbered positions of the Sun at four different times along the Sun’s apparent daily
path, as seen by an observer in New York State. Numbers 1 through 4 represent apparent positions of the Sun.
Figure 2
The observer had the longest shadow when the Sun was at position
1. 1
3. 3
2. 2
4. 4
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6.
[Refer to figure 2]
During which day of the year is the Sun most likely to follow the apparent path shown?
1. March 1
3. October 1
2. July 1
4. December 1
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Which model best represents the apparent path of the Sun observed at various times during the year at the Equator?
1.
3.
2.
4.
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How many times will the Sun’s perpendicular rays cross Earth’s Equator between March 1 of one year and March 1 of the next year?
1. 1
3. 3
2. 2
4. 4
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Base your answer to the question on the diagram, which represents a model of the sky (celestial sphere) for an observer in New
York State. The curved arrow represents the Sun’s apparent path for part of one day. The altitude of Polaris is also indicated.
Figure 3
On which date could this observation of the Sun’s apparent path have been made?
1. March 21
3. October 21
2. July 21
4. December 21
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10.
The diagram below shows the noontime shadows cast by a student and a tree.
If the time is solar noon and the student is located in New York State, in what direction is the student facing?
1. north
3. east
2. south
4. west
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Base your answer to the question on the diagrams below. Diagram 1 shows Earth’s location in its orbit on the first day of each of the
four seasons, labeled A through D. Diagram 2 shows a north polar view of Earth on March 21. Point E represents a location on
Earth’s surface. Longitude lines are shown at 15° intervals.
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Figure 4
How does the altitude of the Sun at solar noon appear to change each day for an observer in New York State as Earth moves from
position A to position B to position C?
Answer:
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The factor that contributes most of the seasonal temperature changes during one year is the changing
1.
2.
3.
4.
speed at which the Earth travels in its orbit around the Sun
angle at which the Sun’s rays strike the Earth’s surface
distance between the Earth and the Sun
energy given off by the Sun
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13.
The diagrams below represent four locations on the Earth's surface at the same time on March 21. Lines have been drawn to
represent the apparent path of the Sun across the sky. The present position of the Sun, the position of Polaris, and the zenith (Z) are
shown for an observer at each location.
Figure 5
At which location is the angle of insolation greatest at solar noon?
1. A
3. C
2. B
4. D
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The diagram below represents Earth at a specific position in its orbit as viewed from space. The shaded area represents nighttime.
Which Earth latitude receives the greatest intensity of insolation when Earth is at the position shown in the diagram?
1. 0°
2. 231/2° N
3. 661/2° N
4. 90° N
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In the Northern Hemisphere, during which season does the Earth reach its greatest distance from the Sun?
1. winter
3. summer
2. spring
4. fall
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The diagram represents the apparent daily path of the sun across the sky in the Northern Hemisphere on the dates indicated.
Figure 6
At noon on which date would the observer cast the longest shadow?
1. June 21
3. March 21
2. September 23
4. December 21
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17.
The tilt of the Earth on its axis is a cause of the Earth’s
1.
2.
3.
4.
uniform daylight hours
changing length of day and night
24-hour day
365 1/4-day year
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The diagram represents Earth at a specific position in its orbit. Arrows indicate radiation from the Sun. Points A through D are
locations on Earth’s surface.
Figure 7
Which location would have the greatest number of daylight hours when Earth is in this position?
1. A
3. C
2. B
4. D
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The diagram shows several positions of the Earth as it moves around the Sun.
At which position is the Earth located on December 21?
1. A
3. C
2. B
4. D
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22.
[Refer to figure 5]
[Refer to figure 8]
The Sun’s apparent path through the sky on this day is a direct
result of the
The time at point A is closest to
1.
2.
3.
4.
Sun’s rotation
Earth’s rotation
Sun’s revolution around Earth
Earth’s revolution around the Sun
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1. 6 a.m.
3. 12 noon
2. 9 a.m.
4. 6 p.m.
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23.
The diagram below represents Earth at four different positions, A,
B, C, and D, in its orbit around the Sun.
21.
The diagram illustrates the position of Earth in relation to the
Sun on one particular day. Points A, B, C, and D are locations
on Earth’s surface.
Between which positions would New York State be experiencing
the summer season?
1. A and B
3. C and D
2. B and C
4. D and A
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Figure 8
Which month is represented by the diagram?
1. March
3. September
2. June
4. December
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The diagram shows the altitude and apparent position of the noontime Sun, as seen from various latitudes on Earth on a particular
day of the year. Letters A through D represent locations on Earth’s surface.
Figure 9
Which lettered location will experience the shortest period of daylight during one Earth rotation on this day?
1. A
3. C
2. B
4. D
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The diagram shows a model of Earth’s orbit around the Sun. Two motions of Earth are indicated. Distances to the Sun are given for
two positions of Earth in its orbit.
Figure 10
Which of the following is not a factor that causes the seasons of the year?
1.
2.
3.
4.
revolution of Earth around the Sun
tilt of Earth’s axis
distance between Earth and the Sun
Earth’s axis pointing towards Polaris
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Base your answer to the question on the diagram below, which
represents an exaggerated view of Earth revolving around the
Sun. Letters A, B, C, and D represent Earth’s location in its orbit
on the first day of each of the four seasons.
Figure 11
Which location in Earth’s orbit represents the first day of fall
(autumn) for an observer in New York State?
1. A
3. C
2. B
4. D
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[Refer to figure 11]
Earth’s rate of revolution around the Sun is approximately
1. 1° per day
3. 15° per hour
2. 360° per day
4. 23.5° per hour
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[Refer to figure 11]
Which observation provides the best evidence that Earth revolves around the Sun?
1.
2.
3.
4.
Stars seen from Earth appear to circle Polaris.
Earth’s planetary winds are deflected by the Coriolis effect.
The change from high ocean tide to low ocean tide is a repeating pattern.
Different star constellations are seen from Earth at different times of the year.
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The diagram below shows Earth on a particular day in its orbit around the Sun. The dashed line represents Earth’s axis.
Which date is represented by the diagram?
1. March 21
3. September 23
2. June 21
4. December 21
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The diagram below shows Earth in its orbit around the Sun. Positions A, B, C, and D represent Earth at the beginning of each season.
At which lettered position of Earth does New York State experience the first day of summer?
1. A
3. C
2. B
4. D
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The diagram below shows Earth’s orbit around the Sun. Locations A, B, C, and D represent Earth on the first day of each season.
Which location represents March 21?
1. A
3. C
2. B
4. D
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Base your answer to this question on the diagram below, which shows a model of Earth’s orbit around the Sun. Letters A, B, C, and
D represent Earth’s position at the beginning of each season.
Figure 12
How many degrees will the Sun’s vertical rays shift on Earth’s surface as Earth travels from position C to position D?
1. 15°
3. 47°
2. 23.5°
4. 365°
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Base your answer to the question on the diagram below, which represents Earth in its orbit around the Sun. The position of Earth on the first day of
each season is labeled A, B, C, and D.
Figure 13
Which diagram correctly shows the directions of Earth’s revolution and rotation?
1.
3.
2.
4.
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[Refer to figure 7]
Which hemisphere below best represents the path of the Sun on this date as seen by an observer at location C?
1.
3.
2.
4.
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[Refer to figure 5]
What time of day is shown by the Sun’s present position at location A?
1. morning
3. afternoon
2. noon
4. midnight
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36.
[Refer to figure 3]
According to this diagram, what is the Sun’s altitude at solar noon?
1. 23.5°
3. 48°
2. 42°
4. 90°
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Base your answer to the question on the diagram below, which represents the position of the Sun with respect to Earth’s surface at
solar noon on certain dates. The latitudes of six locations on the same line of longitude are shown. The observer is located at 42° N
in New York State. The date for the Sun at position A has been deliberately left blank.
Figure 14
When the Sun is at the March 21 position, New York State will usually have
1. longer days than nights
2. 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of darkness
3. the lowest annual altitude of the Sun at solar noon
4. the highest annual altitude of the Sun at solar noon
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Which diagram best shows the Sun’s apparent path, as seen by an observer on July 21 in New York State?
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Base your answer to the question on the diagram below, which represents the Sun’s apparent paths and the solar noon positions for
an observer at 42° N latitude on December 21, September 23, and June 21.
Figure 15
In which direction will sunrise occur on June 21?
1. north of due west
3. south of due west
2. north of due east
4. south of due east
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[Refer to figure 15]
Which diagram best shows the location of Polaris relative to the observer?
1.
3.
2.
4.
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Answer Key for Seasons and Suns Paath
1. 4
15. 3
29. 4
2. 3
16. 4
30. 3
3. 1
17. 2
31. 1
4. 4
18. 4
32. 2
5. 4
19. 3
33. 4
6. 2
20. 2
34. 1
7. 2
21. 2
35. 3
8. 2
22. 1
36. 3
9. 1
23. 1
37. 2
10. 1
24. 1
38. 1
11.
25. 3
39. 2
12. 2
26. 3
40. 3
13. 3
27. 1
14. 1
28. 4
Acceptable responses include, but are not limited to:
The Sun will appear higher in the sky as Earth moves to position B then lower in the sky as it moves to position C.
The angle increases as it approaches B, and decreases as it approaches C.
The altitude will increase then decrease.
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