Northeast Monsoons and Southwest Monsoons Quiz

When do Northeast monsoons typically occur?

• Summer months

• Winter months

• Spring months

• Fall months

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What is the primary characteristic of Northeast monsoons?

• Heavy rainfall

• Warm, moist winds

• Dry, cold winds

• Tornadoes and cyclones

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Which region experiences Southwest monsoons during the summer months?

• Europe

• South America

• Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia

• North America

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What are monsoons?

• Strong hurricanes

• Seasonal shifts in wind patterns

• Persistent drought conditions

• Polar vortex phenomena

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What are some effects of monsoons?

• Droughts

• Forest fires

• Floods and landslides

• Desertification

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Which direction do the winds blow during Habagat?

• From the northwest

• From the southeast

• From the northeast

• From the southwest

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Why is understanding monsoon dynamics important?

• To predict weather in other regions

• To ensure a consistent water supply for agriculture

• To prepare for and mitigate the impacts of monsoon seasons

• All of the above

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How do communities in monsoon-prone regions adapt to mitigate the impacts of monsoons?

• By building dams and flood barriers

• By planting more trees

• By constructing wind turbines

• By using more fossil fuels

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What is a key difference between Northeast and Southwest monsoons?

• Seasonal timing

• Wind direction

• Regional impact

• All of the above

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Which of the following factors influence the onset and intensity of monsoons?

• Earthquakes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Pressure systems and oceanic temperatures

• Solar flares

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