6.06 Climatic Zones

Open Ended

What two main factors determine a region's climate?

Multiple Choice

What is the temperature and precipitation like for a tropical climate?

• Tropical climate is characterized by cold temperatures and heavy snowfall.

• Tropical climate experiences mild temperatures and moderate precipitation.

• Tropical climate has high temperatures and significant rainfall.

• Tropical climate has low temperatures and little precipitation.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an area that would have an arid dry climate?

• Mount Everest

• Sahara Desert

• Brazilian tropical rainforest

• Sudanese Tropical Savanna

Open Ended

Do a quick Google search to find an example of a city that has a Mediterranean climate (your answer can contain more than 1 city)

Multiple Choice

What is the permanently frozen layer of topsoil called?

• Glacier
• Topsoil
• Subsoil
• Permafrost

Multiple Choice

What is the primary factor that impacts a highlands climate?

• Latitude
• Elevation
• Humidity
• Wind patterns