Weather and Climate Quiz

Meteorologist use tools to accurately measure weather conditions. Which weather conditions does a hygrometer measure?

• The speed and direction of wind

• The weight of the atmosphere in an area

• The amount of water vapor in the air

• The amount of precipitation that falls in an area

Wadney observes the weather one afternoon. He claims the thunderstorms are likely. Which observation provides evidence that supports this claim?

• there is a light wind.

• the temperature is 23 degrees Celsius (75 degrees Fahrenheit)

• the winds are blowing from the east.

• the clouds are mainly cumulonimbus.

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Precipitation is water that falls to Earth. Hail, rain, sleet, and snow are four types of precipitation. Which type of precipitation is most likely to occur when the cloud and air temperature are below 32 degrees Fahrenheit?

• Hail

• Rain

• Sleet

• Snow

Mariah is studying the weather and climate in different areas of the planet. She collects the following data.

Based on the data, which type of precipitation is most likely to fall during the year in area D?

• There will be snow all year round.

• There will be rain all through the year.

• There will be snow in the winter and rain in the summer.

• There will be snow in the summer and rain in the winter.

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The following environments are all found in a temperate zone. Which place would you expect to be the most hot and humid?

• Desert

• Swamp

• Forest

• Mountain range

Based on the process shown in the diagram, which is the most likely location for the rock?

• a grassy savannah

• a tropical island

• a snowy mountain top

• a hot desert

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One factor that affects climate is latitude. Based on their locations, which places shown on the map are likely to have a temperate climate?

• Points A and C

• Points B and D

• Points C and E

• Points D and E

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The arrow in this diagram shows the direction of prevailing winds. At which point in the diagram are you likely to find hot, dry desert climate?

• Point W

• Point X

• Point Y

• Point Z

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Which statement best describes temperature patterns in areas along the equator?

• Temperatures along the equator vary from hot in the summer to cold in the winter.

• Temperatures along the equator are consistently warm all year long.

• Temperatures along the equator are consistently cool all year long.

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The forecast said a high pressure system will arrive this weekend. Benito and his friends want to go camping. Should they plan to go?

• Yes, the high pressure system will create clear, sunny skies.

• No, the high pressure system will create storm clouds and tornadoes.

• Yes, the high pressure system will create skies filled with cumulus clouds.

• No, the high pressure system will increase humidity and cause rain clouds to form.

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