Weather Test # 2 Clouds

Kevin saw lightning. Which of the following cloud types was most likely present?

• cirrus

• cumulus

• stratus

• cumulonimbus

Why is it important to know the different types of clouds?

• Clouds can indicate the time of day that it is.

• Clouds can indicate the temperature of different layers of the atmosphere.

• Clouds can indicate the type of weather that will occur.

Which best explains how clouds are classified?

• by the elevation at which they are found

• by the temperature at which the cloud formed

• by the amount of dust particles in the cloud

From which cloud would rain or snow most likely fall?

• cirrus

• cumulus

• cumulonimbus

Which type of clouds are called fog when they are near the ground?

• cirrus

• cumulus

• stratus

• cumulonimbus

A student observes and records cloud cover throughout the day. Which event could the student most likely predict if they observe increasing cumulonimbus clouds?

• The area will have sunny skies.

• The area will have cooler temperatures.

• The area will have precipitation.

• The area will have warmer temperatures.

Which type of weather would most likely accompany dark nimbostratus clouds?

• massive tornado

• severe hailstorm

• dangerous thunderstorms

• steady rain showers

Which will most likely result from a low-pressure weather system?

• warm temperatures

• cloudy conditions

• cool temperatures

• clear conditions

Which best describes the weather condition in which clouds touch the surface of Earth?

• dry

• humid

• foggy

• stormy

In the morning, Carlos noticed that the air pressure reading on the barometer was beginning to drop. What kind of weather can he most likely expect in the evening?

• The weather will be cloudy with a chance of rain.

• The weather will be clear and windy

• The weather will be sunny and cool.

• The weather will be warmer with clear skies.