Climate Regions 6 W1 Quiz

Which climate region is known for cool, wet winters and mild, dry summers, often found in California?

• Mediterranean

• Tropical wet and dry

• Marine west coast

• Humid continental

Which climate region experiences mild winters and cool summers, and is found in northwestern Europe?

• Tropical wet

• Marine west coast

• Humid subtropical

• Subarctic climate

What is the main characteristic of a humid continental climate?

• Extremely dry conditions year-round

• Hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters

• High rainfall throughout the year

• Warm temperatures with little seasonal change

Which climate region is known for very cold temperatures and minimal vegetation, typically found in the Arctic?

• Humid subtropical

• Marine west coast

• Subarctic climate

• Tundra climate

Which climate region is often associated with coniferous forests and long, cold winters?

• Humid continental

• Subarctic climate

• Mediterranean

• Tropical wet

In which climate region would you find the most diverse plant and animal life due to its consistent warm temperatures and high rainfall?

• Marine west coast

• Tropical wet

• Humid continental

• Tundra climate

Which region is characterized by long, harsh winters and short, cool summers, often found in northern Canada and Russia?

• Marine west coast

• Subarctic climate

• Mediterranean

• Tropical wet and dry

The humid subtropical climate is most likely to be found in which of these places?

• Northern Europe

• Southeastern United States

• Central Australia

• Arctic Circle

Which climate region is noted for its long, snowy winters and short, warm summers, typical of much of Eastern Europe?

• Humid continental

• Tropical wet

• Mediterranean

• Subarctic climate

Which climate region is known for having little precipitation and permafrost in the soil?

• Humid subtropical

• Tundra climate

• Tropical wet

• Mediterranean