Weather and Climate Quiz

What is the condition of the atmosphere at a particular location and time called?

• Climate

• Weather

• Season

• Temperature

What term is used for weather conditions at a particular location over a long period of time?

• Weather

• Season

• Climate

• Forecast

Which of the following best describes weather?

• Long-term atmospheric conditions

• Short-term variation in atmosphere

• Average temperature over years

• Seasonal changes

Which of the following best describes climate?

• Daily temperature changes

• Short-term atmospheric conditions

• Weather conditions over a long period of time

• Immediate weather forecast

Which of the following factors affects climate?

• The amount of sunlight an area receives

• The type of plants in an area

• The number of animals in an area

• The color of the soil

How do wind currents influence climate?

• By changing the color of the sky

• By distributing heat and moisture around the Earth

• By affecting the growth of plants

• By altering the shape of landforms

What role does latitude play in determining climate?

• It affects the amount of sunlight an area receives

• It changes the type of soil in an area

• It determines the number of animals in an area

• It influences the color of the sky

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects climate?

• Landforms

• Ocean currents

• The type of buildings in an area

• Elevation

How does the proximity to large bodies of water affect climate?

• It causes uneven heating of the Earth's surface

• It changes the color of the soil

• It affects the type of plants that grow

• It determines the number of animals in an area

What is the effect of elevation on climate?

• Higher elevations generally have cooler temperatures

• Higher elevations have more sunlight

• Higher elevations have more animals

• Higher elevations have more plants