Climate Zones Quiz 5th Grade

What is the main characteristic of the tropical climate zone?

• Low temperatures and light rainfall

• High temperatures and light rainfall

• High temperatures and heavy rainfall

• Low temperatures and heavy rainfall

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Name one country that is located in the tropical climate zone.

• Greenland

• Russia

• Brazil

• Canada

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What type of weather is common in the tropical climate zone?

• Windy and rainy

• Mild and snowy

• Hot and humid

• Cold and dry

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What are some animals that are commonly found in the tropical climate zone?

• Kangaroos, koalas, platypuses, wombats, Tasmanian devils

• Monkeys, parrots, tigers, elephants, snakes

• Lions, giraffes, zebras, rhinoceroses, hippos

• Penguins, polar bears, reindeer, seals, walruses

What is the main characteristic of the polar climate zone?

• Extremely cold temperatures and little precipitation

• Extreme heat and high humidity

• Hot temperatures and heavy precipitation

• Mild temperatures and moderate precipitation

What is the average temperature in the polar climate zone?

• Tropical and hot

• Cold but above freezing

• Below freezing

• Extremely hot

Name one animal that is adapted to live in the polar climate zone.

• Elephant

• Penguin

• Lion

• Polar bear

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What is the main characteristic of the temperate climate zone?

• Tropical climate and constant rain

• Moderate temperatures and distinct seasons

• Extreme temperatures and no seasons

• Cold temperatures and no change in weather

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