Weather Instruments Quiz

What is the primary function of an anemometer?

• To measure air pressure

• To measure humidity

• To measure wind speed

• To measure temperature

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which weather instrument would you use to measure atmospheric pressure?

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Weather Vane

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What does a thermometer measure?

• Wind direction

• Rainfall

• Temperature

• Air pressure

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DOK Level 1: Recall

A weather vane is used to determine:

• How much it has rained

• The temperature

• The wind direction

• The air pressure

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How does a rain gauge help meteorologists?

• By measuring wind speed

• By determining wind direction

• By recording the amount of rainfall

• By measuring air pressure

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DOK Level 1: Recall

If you wanted to compare the wind speeds on two different days, which instrument would you use?

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Rain Gauge

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Why might a meteorologist be interested in using a barometer during a weather forecast?

• To measure temperature fluctuations

• To predict rainfall amounts

• To assess atmospheric pressure changes for predicting storms

• To check the wind direction

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What could be inferred from a sudden drop in atmospheric pressure as measured by a barometer?

• Clear weather is approaching

• A storm might be approaching

• It is likely to get warmer

• There will be no change in weather

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How would you use a thermometer to plan your daily activities?

• By measuring wind speed to decide if it's a good day for sailing

• By checking the temperature to decide on appropriate clothing

• By determining the amount of rainfall to plan outdoor events

• By observing wind direction to plan a flight

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Using a weather vane, how could you strategically plan the layout of a new garden to ensure plants receive optimal wind protection?

• Place taller plants where the vane indicates the most wind comes from

• Set up wind chimes to deter animals

• Use the vane to determine where to place water features

• Ignore the vane readings as they are irrelevant to gardening

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking