Unit 2 Review

What is the best definition of climate?

• 1. the daily changes in weather in an area

• the seasonal changes in an area

• the long-term average weather conditions in an area

• 1. the average humidity in an area

Which statement best explains one way latitude affects climate?

• 1. The latitude of a location determines its proximity to freshwater. 

  
  

• 1. Locations that are closer to the equator have warmer climates. 

• 1. The latitude of a location does not affect climate, it only affects weather. 

• 1. Locations that are closer to the equator have cooler climates.

What is one reason for the climate diversity in Mexico?

• 1. Its proximity to two oceans.

• 1. Its location in the Eastern Hemisphere.

• 1. Its proximity to the United States.

• 1. Its distance from the Equator.

When it's winter in the United States, what season is it in South America?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Fall

 What causes volcanoes to erupt?

• 1. Pressure builds up at seams in Earth’s crust, causing it to shake and release magma.

• 1. Moving continental plates push against each other and raise up Earth’s crust.

• 1. The movement of continental plates creates pressure that pushes magma to Earth’s surface.

• 1. Continental plates rub against each other and cause vibrations in Earth’s core.

The term used to describe the distance from the equator is:

• Longitude

• Altitude

• Multitude

• Latitude

How does the technology shown in this photograph help humans adapt to the natural disasters?

• By detecting sunken ships

  
  

• By monitoring fish migration

  
  

• By early warning detections

  
  

• By helping ships navigate

  
  

On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina landed on the Gulf Coast of the United States, east of New Orleans,

with the storm’s eye passing within 10 to 15 miles of the city. The effect on New Orleans, as well as on the entire

coastal region, was devastating. . . . during the first ten months after the hurricane, 95,000 jobs were lost. . . .

The wage loss during the ten months following Katrina was approximately $2.9 billion.

— U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Which of the following statements is supported by the excerpt above?

• Employment levels in New Orleans increased significantly after Hurricane Katrina.

• Thousands of people in New Orleans lost their jobs as a result of Hurricane Katrina.

• The natural environment of New Orleans was never able to recover from Hurricane Katrina.

• The natural environment of New Orleans was never able to recover from Hurricane Katrina.

What are the common characteristics of the region shaded red on the map?

• high annual precipitation

• primarily coniferous forests

• four distinct seasons

• consistent temperatures year-round

Batman is giving you an example of

• Weather

• tactical uniform

• pointing skills

• Climate