Change in Precipitation Quiz

Which type of graph would be most appropriate to display the change in precipitation over several years?

• A line graph showing weekly rainfall amounts

• A bar graph showing yearly precipitation

• A series of weather icons showing weekly forecasts

• A bar graph showing daily snowfall amounts

Which statement best explains the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is precipitation and temperature, while climate is only temperature.

• Weather is the condition right now, while climate is the condition over time.

• Weather is rain, sun, and clouds, while climate is rain and temperature.

• Weather is thunder and lighting, while climate is temperature and rain.

Which statement about Utah refers to its climate?

• A snow storm occurs on one of Utah's tallest mountain peaks

• A high temperature of 36ºC was recorded earlier today in Utah

• The mountains were shaded by clouds on a Tuesday afternoon.

• The coolest months are January and February.

What is the difference between hot weather and a hot climate?

• A hot climate describes a smaller area than hot weather.

• A hot climate describes a shorter time than rainy weather.

• A hot climate describes a bigger area than hot weather.

• A hot climate describes a longer time than hot weather.

What is the difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is the condition of the atmosphere over a short period of time, while climate is how the atmosphere behaves over long periods of time.

• Weather is the condition of the atmosphere over a long period of time, while climate is how the atmosphere behaves over short periods of time.

• Weather is the condition of the atmosphere at a specific location, while climate is the overall condition of the earth's atmosphere.

• Weather is the overall condition of the earth's atmosphere, while climate is the condition of the atmosphere at a specific location.

What happens to the weather when a low front pushes in?

• Windy and dry weather
• Sunny and clear weather
• Unchanging weather

• Cloudy and cold weather

Which statement about Florida refers to its climate?

• A hurricane occurs on one of Florida's coastal areas.

• A high temperature of 32ºC was recorded earlier today in Florida.

• The beaches were shaded by clouds on a Wednesday afternoon.

• The hottest months are July and August.