Multiple choice

The shortest day in the southern hemisphere is

  1. 1st January

  2. 25th December

  3. 21st June

  4. 21st July

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The shortest day in the southern hemisphere occurs during the winter solstice, which is around June 21-22. This is when the South Pole is tilted furthest from the Sun, resulting in the least daylight hours for southern hemisphere locations.