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Trivia Quiz - The Seasons: Spring


Who doesn't love Spring? Take this quiz to test your knowledge on the facts and trivia about the Vernal Equinox. Spring facts and trivia!

Quiz Number: 5008
Date Submitted: March 19, 2013
Quiz Categories: Science & Nature
Quiz Type: General Quiz
Author: bill
Average Score: 53.8 percent
Times Taken: 5,628 times
Taken by Registered Users: 7

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The Seasons Spring
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1. In the northern hemisphere, the first day of Spring occurs in what month?
  A.   February
  B.   March
  C.   April
  D.   May

2. In the southern hemisphere, the first day of Spring occurs in what month?
  A.   August
  B.   September
  C.   October
  D.   November

3. On the first day of Spring in the northern hemisphere, the sun is directly over the:
  A.   Tropic of Cancer
  B.   Tropic of Capricorn
  C.   equator
  D.   Arctic Circle

4. On the first day of Spring in the southern hemisphere, the sun is directly over the:
  A.   Tropic of Cancer
  B.   Tropic of Capricorn
  C.   equator
  D.   Antarctic Circle

5. The term "equinox" is defined as ________.
  A.   when day and night are equal in length
  B.   when the sun is furthest from the equator
  C.   when Earth's two poles meet
  D.   none of the above

6. In America, which bird is often seen as symbolizing the arrival of the Spring season?
  A.   sparrow
  B.   blue jay
  C.   robin
  D.   cardinal

7. In Major League Baseball, Spring training happens in February and March. In what state does it take place?
  A.   Arizona
  B.   Florida
  C.   New Mexico
  D.   both A and B

8. What does Spring symbolize?
  A.   rebirth
  B.   love
  C.   faith
  D.   death

9. Spring is the season of flowers. The Japanese celebrate the arrival of Spring by hosting mass viewings of which flower?
  A.   azalia
  B.   tulips
  C.   cherry blossoms
  D.   lilacs

10. In America, which college sport holds its annual national championship tournament during the spring?
  A.   baseball
  B.   hockey
  C.   basketball
  D.   Both B & C
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