Meteorology and Weather Phenomena Quiz

What does a meteorologist study?

• Oceans

• Rocks

• Weather

• Meteorites

What is the main source of energy that drives weather on Earth?

• Electricity

• The Sun

• Wind turbines

• The Moon

What is the term used to describe the first day of fall and spring?

• Eclipse

• Solstice

• Equator

• Equinox

What causes the Earth to have different seasons?

• Its distance from the Sun

• Its tilt on its axis

• The Moon's orbit

• Its rotation speed

What is the primary cause of wind?

• Trees releasing air

• Movement of air from high to low pressure

• Rotation of the Earth

• Solar flares

What type of weather is typically associated with high pressure?

• Foggy

• Sunny

• Snowy

• Stormy

What does a cold front typically bring?

• Warm temperatures

• Thunderstorms

• Clear skies

• Dry conditions

What is the safest place during a tornado?

• In a car

• Near windows

• In a basement or interior room without windows

• Outside in an open field

What is the main fuel source for a hurricane?

• Cold ocean water

• Warm ocean water

• Rain clouds

• Land heat

What is the eye of a hurricane characterized by?

• The strongest winds

• The heaviest rains

• Light winds and mostly sunny skies

• The coldest temperatures