Weather and Climate Quiz

What are the two main types of precipitation?

• rain and snow

• thunder and lightning

• hail and sleet

• fog and mist

What are the major climate zones of the world?

• Hot, cold, mild, extreme

• Equatorial, desert, continental, maritime

• Wet, dry, snowy, foggy

• Tropical, arid, temperate, and polar

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

• Polar Climate

• Desert Climate

• Temperate Climate

• Tropical Climate

What are the three main factors that affect climate?

• Time of day, Soil type, Elevation

• Latitude, Altitude, Wind Patterns

• Population density, Agriculture, Humidity

• Average income, Vegetation type, Air pressure

How do animals adapt to cold climates?

• By wearing sunglasses and sunscreen

• By growing thicker fur or feathers, storing extra fat, hibernating, or migrating to warmer areas.

• By drinking lots of cold water and eating ice cream

• By building igloos and wearing snowshoes

What are some examples of plants that have adapted to survive in arid climates?

• Cacti and desert shrubs

• Tulips and daffodils

• Ferns and lilies

• Pine trees and daisies

How can humans adapt to extreme weather conditions?

• By eating spicy food

• By wearing shorts and a t-shirt

• By using appropriate clothing, staying hydrated, seeking shelter, and using technology to monitor and prepare for extreme weather events.

• By standing in direct sunlight for long periods

What is global warming and what are its main causes?

• Global warming is caused by excessive use of air conditioners

• Global warming is a natural process and not influenced by human activities

• Global warming is caused by the depletion of the ozone layer

• Global warming is the long-term heating of Earth’s climate system due to human activities, primarily the release of greenhouse gases.

How does global warming impact the environment and living organisms?

• It causes extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and changes in ecosystems.

• It has no impact on the environment or living organisms

• It leads to decreased pollution and cleaner air

• It causes a decrease in global temperatures

What is the impact of deforestation on climate change?

• It has no impact

• It reduces the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

• It increases the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

• It causes an increase in oxygen levels