Weather and Climate Quiz

What is the term used to describe the condition of the atmosphere at a particular place and time?

• weather

• climate

• humidity

• temperature

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which type of weather is characterized by heavy rain, thunder, lightning, and strong winds?

• heat wave

• blizzard

• hailstorm

• thunderstorm

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the instrument used to measure wind speed?

• barometer

• hygrometer

• thermometer

• anemometer

What is the instrument used to measure air pressure?

• thermometer

• barometer

• hygrometer

• altimeter

What is the term used to describe the average weather conditions of a place over a long period of time?

• temperature

• forecast

• climate

• humidity

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which climate zone is characterized by hot and humid weather with heavy rainfall throughout the year?

• Arctic

• Tropical Rainforest

• Temperate

• Desert

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the process of predicting the weather called?

• geology

• climatology

• meteorology

• astrology

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which type of weather is characterized by low temperatures, snow, and ice?

• summer

• autumn

• spring

• winter

What is the instrument used to measure temperature?

• hygrometer

• thermometer

• altimeter

• barometer

Which climate zone is characterized by cold temperatures and little precipitation?

• temperate climate zone

• tropical climate zone

• polar climate zone

• arid climate zone