Weather

Why is the temperature lower at night than during the day?

• There are more clouds at night to block the sun's rays

• Winds blow harder at night

• The temperature depends on energy from the sun

What are the characteristics of a high-pressure system?

• Wind and rain

• Humidity and thunder

• Extremely hot temperatures

• Clear skies and sun

Precipitation is....

• rain
• snow
• sleet
• all of these are correct

This tool is used to measure the amount of rainfall.  What is it called?

• snow gauge
• rain gauge
• ruler
• thermometer

Weather is the current conditions outside.

• True
• False

Which tool measures air temperature?

• Thermometer
• Anemometer
• Wind Vane
• Wind sock

A scientist who studies weather is called ...

• a meteorologist
• an astronomer
• a biologist
• a weatherologist

What can happen when an area does not get enough rain?

• Drought
• Flood
• Sleet
• Hail

Choose the correct word

• windy

• sunny

• cloudy

Choose the correct word.

• sunny

• rainy

• windy