Weather Tools Quiz

What does an anemometer measure?

• Temperature

• Wind speed

• Air pressure

• Rainfall

Which weather tool is used to measure air pressure?

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

What is the primary use of a thermometer in weather observation?

• Measuring wind direction

• Measuring humidity

• Measuring temperature

• Measuring air pressure

How does a rain gauge work?

• By measuring wind speed

• By collecting and measuring the amount of rainfall

• By changing color with different temperatures

• By pointing in the direction of the wind

What does a weather vane do?

• Measures the amount of rain

• Measures air pressure

• Shows the direction of the wind

• Measures the speed of the wind

Which instrument is used to measure humidity?

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

In the Science Olympiad event "Weather or Not," what might participants be asked to do with these weather tools?

• Build them from scratch

• Identify them and explain their uses

• Predict the weather for the next day

• All of the above

Why is it important to measure the weather?

• To prepare for outdoor activities

• To help farmers plan for planting and harvesting

• To predict and prepare for severe weather conditions

• All of the above

What unit of measurement is commonly used with anemometers in the United States?

• Kilometers per hour

• Miles per hour

• Meters per second

• Feet per second

Which weather tool would be most useful for a pilot before taking off?

• Rain gauge

• Weather vane

• Barometer

• Anemometer