Weather Conditions Quiz

What does weather describe?

• Atmospheric conditions

• Temperature

• Wind speed

• Precipitation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What are some examples of atmospheric conditions?

• Temperature, wind speed, wind direction

• Clouds, rain, snow

• Sunny, cloudy, rainy

• All of the above

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Why do we usually talk about a specific place and time when discussing the weather?

• Because the weather is constantly changing

• Because different places have different weather

• Because it helps us understand the conditions better

• All of the above

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

How do we measure temperature?

• With a thermometer

• With a wind vane

• With a rain gauge

• With a wind sock

What is the high temperature?

• The warmest temperature of the day

• The coolest temperature of the day

• The temperature at night

• The temperature in the morning

How do we measure precipitation?

• With a thermometer

• With a wind vane

• With a rain gauge

• With a wind sock

What does a wind vane measure?

• Temperature

• Wind speed

• Wind direction

• Precipitation

How do wind vanes point?

• In the direction of the wind

• In the opposite direction of the wind

• Randomly

• They don't move

What does a wind sock indicate?

• Temperature

• Wind speed

• Wind direction

• Precipitation

Why are wind socks used to determine wind direction?

• Because they are easier to see from a distance

• Because they measure wind speed accurately

• Because they can predict precipitation

• Because they are more durable than wind vanes