🌍 What is the Tropic of Capricorn?

The Tropic of Capricorn is an imaginary line of latitude that circles the Earth at approximately 23.5° South. It marks the southernmost point where the Sun appears directly overhead at noon during the December solstice (around 21st December). This line passes through several countries and has important effects on climate and seasons.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what latitude is the Tropic of Capricorn located?

23.5° North

23.5° South

0° (Equator)

66.5° South

2. Which continents does the Tropic of Capricorn pass through?

South America

Africa

Australia

Asia

Europe

3. When is the Sun directly overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn?

June solstice (21st June)

December solstice (21st December)

March equinox (21st March)

September equinox (21st September)

🗺️ Countries and Climate

4. Fill in the blanks about the Tropic of Capricorn:

The Tropic of Capricorn passes through _______ countries and territories. In the Southern Hemisphere, when it is summer along the Tropic of Capricorn, it is _______ in the Northern Hemisphere. The climate along this line is generally _______ and _______.

5. Match each country to the correct information about the Tropic of Capricorn:

Brazil

Australia

Chile

South Africa

Passes through the Atacama Desert

Line runs through Queensland and Northern Territory

Crosses through the state of São Paulo

Passes through the Kalahari Desert region

6. Explain why areas along the Tropic of Capricorn often have hot, dry climates:

7. Name three major cities located near the Tropic of Capricorn:

1. _________________