Multiple choice

In which hemisphere is it winter time from June through August?

  1. northern

  2. western

  3. southern

  4. eastern
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Because of the Earth's axial tilt, the Southern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun during June, July, and August, resulting in winter during these months while the Northern Hemisphere experiences summer.

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