Weather Bellringer 1

Multiple Choice

Miss Veronica wants to find out the current barometric pressure for Hallsboro. What weather tool should she use?

• anemometer

• hygrometer

• barometer

• wind vane

Multiple Choice

Erica notices cirrus clouds in the sky. What weather can she most likely expect for today?

• clear, sunny weather

• rainy, windy weather

• strong winds and quick showers

• partly cloudy weather with showers possible

Multiple Choice

Which kinds of clouds are you most likely to find along a cold front?

• stratus

• cirrus

• cumulonimbus

• nimbostratus

Multiple Choice

Which weather instrument measures wind speed?

• barometer

• thermometer

• hygrometer

• anemometer

Multiple Choice

A low pressure system is expected to move into the area soon. What kind of weather will most likely occur?

• strong winds and clear skies

• rainy weather with possible storms

• clear skies and less humidity

• increased humidity and clear skies

Multiple Choice

The lowest clouds; they cover the sky like a layer of blankets. They are usually seen along warm and stationary fronts.

• cirrus clouds

• stratus clouds

• cumulus clouds

• cumulonimbus clouds

Multiple Choice

These clouds are usually formed out of ice crystals and dust. They warn us that a front or bad weather is coming in the next day or two.

• cumulus

• cirrus

• stratus

• nimbostratus

Multiple Choice

A low pressure system is moving into your area. Which type of weather will you most likely see?

• increased humidity and possible storms

• clear skies and fair weather

• warm, clear weather

• cool, clear weather