Chapter 5 Test Improvement

Which part of the Earth's surface receives the MOST direct rays from the Sun?

• ocean

• equator

• poles

• mountains

What is the MAIN cause of global convection currents?

• deforestation

• uneven heating of the Earth by the Sun

• the greenhouse effect

• the increase in the number of cities

Which of the following is an effect of convection currents?

• global wind

• ocean currents

• plate tectonics

• all of the above

In most cases a hurricane will —

• increase its energy when coming in contact with land

• increase its energy when coming in contact with warm water

• increase its energy when coming in contact with cold water

• maintain its energy regardless of what it is over

What property of hot air causes it to rise and help create convection currents?

• density

• humidity

• mass

• specific heat

Which of the following statements best explains how the Gulf Stream helps regulate the temperature in Western Europe?

• The Sun heats up the water near the equator, and this water moves to the north.

• Trade winds move cold water down from Western Europe.

• The Sun heats up the water near Western Europe, and this water moves to the Gulf Stream.

• The Sun heats up the water near the poles, and this water moves to the Gulf of Mexico.

Based on the map, which area probably produced the most violent storm systems?

• Area 1

• Area 2

• Area 3

• Area 4

Why does the equator experience about the same temperatures year-round?

• It tilts toward the sun

• It has no prevailing winds

• It has no mountains to affect its climate

• The sun's rays strike the equator at about the same angle all year with direct sunlight

Why are there significantly more thunderstorms in Florida than in California?

• The state of Florida is smaller than the state of California.

• The air in Florida is more stable than the air in California.

• The air above Florida holds less moisture than the air above California.

• The ocean currents near Florida are warmer than the ocean currents near California.

If an area is experiencing a high pressure system, what type of weather would most likely be present?

• High levels of precipitation

• Cloudy skies

• Stormy

• Clear skies