Exploring US Climate Variations

Which climate is characterized by mild, wet winters and warm to hot, dry summers?

• Humid subtropical climate

• Mediterranean climate

• Marine west coast climate

• Subarctic climate

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What type of climate is found in the Great Plains of the United States?

• Humid subtropical

• Mediterranean

• Semi-arid

• Cold winters and hot summers

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Which region in the United States is known for having a marine west coast climate?

• Southeast

• Rockies

• Pacific Ridges from Northern California to Southern Alaska

• Great Plains

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What natural phenomenon is common in the Great Plains due to its climate?

• Hurricanes

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes

• Tsunamis

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Which climate is associated with the Southeast region of the United States?

• Subarctic

• Mediterranean

• Humid subtropical

• Marine west coast

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What is a characteristic of the subarctic climate found in large parts of Alaska?

• Hot summers

• Mild winters

• Cold temperatures, sometimes reaching -70°F

• High humidity

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Which climate feature is created by rain falling on the leeward side of the Rockies?

• Humid subtropical

• Rain shadow

• Marine west coast

• Mediterranean

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What is a defining characteristic of hurricanes?

• They occur in the Great Plains

• They have average winds of 74 mph

• They are common in the Rockies

• They are small, localized storms

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Which region is known for its wetlands and swamps, such as the Everglades?

• Alaska

• Florida

• Great Plains

• Rockies

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What type of climate is found along the Colorado Plateau?

• Humid subtropical

• Semi-arid and arid

• Mediterranean

• Marine west coast

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