Temperate zone

The temperate zone is located between the _______ and the _______ in the Northern Hemisphere

How does the climate in the temperate zone affect the types of crops that can be grown there?

• Only tropical crops can grow

• Crops with short growing seasons are common

• Crops need to withstand extremely cold temperatures

• Only root vegetables can grow in the temperate zone

The temperate zone is located between which two lines of latitude?

• Equator and Tropic of Cancer

• Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn

• Tropic of Cancer and the Arctic Circle

• Tropic of Capricorn and the Arctic Circle

What type of precipitation is most common in the frigid zone?

• Rain

• Hail

• Snow

• Fog

What is a characteristic feature of the temperate zone?

• • Extremely high temperatures year-round

• • Mild summers and cold winters

• Constant snowfall throughout the year

• High humidity and heavy rainfall all year

Why do many animals in the temperate zone migrate or hibernate during winter?

• To escape predators

• • To avoid harsh winter conditions

• • To find new mates

• To adapt to changing colors in the environment

In the frigid zone, polar bears have thick layers of fat and fur. This adaptation helps them to:

• • Move faster on ice

• • Blend in with the snow

• • Store food for the winter

• Insulate and stay warm

Which type of trees are commonly found in the temperate zone?

• Palm trees

• • Coniferous and deciduous trees

• • Cacti

• Mangroves

Which lifestyle adaptation is common among indigenous people living in the frigid zone?

• Building homes with open ventilation

• Wearing light clothing year-round

• Using sleds and snowmobiles for transportation

• Growing tropical fruits in greenhouses

How do the four distinct seasons in the temperate zone impact the way people live and work?

• • People do not need heating or cooling systems

• • Seasonal farming and holidays revolve around the climate

• • There is no difference in activities throughout the year

• • Only winter activities are common in the temperate zone