The US is in the ______ of the equator.
north
On the vernal equinox, the sun is directly above the equator.
True
False
Who was the first to propose daylight savings time?
Benjamin Franklin
In Australia and Argentina, spring happens in _________.
Fall - September, October, November.
During spring days get _____ and _____.
longer / warmer
Vernal is Latin for ______.
spring
Spring is considered an awaking or rebirth.
True
False
_____ Showers bring _____ may flowers.
April / May
Equinox is Latin for ______.
equal days
In spring, what happens to animals that hibernate?
Wake up and become active.
The vernal equinox happens when the tilt of the earth’s axis is not facing towards or away from the sun.
True
False
Name 3 holidays that happen during spring.
Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, Earth Day etc
Name 3 things that happen during spring
flowers bloom, days get longer, gets warmer, Easter etc.
Name this holiday.
Earth Day
What is the 1st day of spring called?
Vernal equinox
Name 3 types of spring flowers
lilac, tulip, daffodil, crocus, lily of the valley, etc
Australia is located in the ______ hemisphere.
southern
Baby birds learn to sing in winter.
False
True
The festival of colors in India is called?
Holi
Name this flower.
Tulip
What are the two states in the United States that do not follow daylight saving time change?
Arizona and Hawaii
Scientists found that kids grow slower in the spring.
True
False
When the groundhog does not see his shadow on Groundhog Day, what does that mean?
Spring will arrive early.
Tornadoes are most common in the spring.
True
False