Solstice and Equinox Answer the following questions 1. The Summer (solstice/equinox) occurs between June 20-23. The earth is (furthest/closest) from the sun in its orbit. 2. The Autumnal (solstice/equinox) occurs between Sept. 20-23. The earth gets (equal/northern) sunlight. 3. The Winter (solstice/equinox) occurs between Dec 20-23. This is the (shortest/longest) day of the year. 4. The Vernal (solstice/equinox) occurs between March 20-23. The celestial equator and the ecliptic touch at the (Oh/12h) point.