Temperature Quiz Review

Why does the area around the equator stay the same temperature all year?

• The equator rotates slower than the poles.
• The equator remains the same distance from the sun.
• The equator always receives direct sunlight.
• The equator has 18 hour days.

In the Northern Hemisphere, on which day will you receive the most daylight?

• September 21
• December 21
• March 21
• June 21

Where on Earth can you experience entire days of darkness?

• The equator
• The poles
• The Tropic of Cancer
• The Tropic of Capricorn

The average temperature in Atlanta in June is 25^o C, but the average temperature in December is 7^o C. Why is the average temperature in Atlanta higher in June than in December?

• The Sun is hotter during June than it is during December.
• Earth is closer to the Sun in June than it is during December.
• Earth's axis is tilted so that Atlanta gets more direct sunlight in June than in December.
• The atmosphere in Atlanta absorbs more heat from sunlight in June than in December.

 What is the reference point used to measure elevation?

• lake level
• sea level
• zero
• elevation

What are the two main factors that determine the climate of an area?

• precipitation and humidity
• temperature and air pressure
• wind conditions and humidity
• temperature and precipitation

What is the condition of the Earth's atmosphere at a certain time and place?

• climate
• temperature
• weather
• air pressure

What is the condition of the Earth's atmosphere at a certain time and place?

• climate
• temperature
• weather
• air pressure

Which BEST describes why latitudes closest to the equator have warmer climates?

• they are at lower elevations
• they receive more solar energy
• they are nearer to ocean currents
• they get more winds that carry energy in the form of heat

What is the measure of distance in degrees north and south from the equator?

• latitude
• longitude
• elevation
• topography