Weather Fronts Quiz

The weather map below shows a portion of the United States. Line AB represents a weather front. The two large arrows indicate the direction of air movement. Temperatures in various areas are indicated on the map in degrees Fahrenheit. Which claim is correct about the front that exists along the line AB?

• There is a cold front because cold air is pushing into warm air.

• There is a cold front because warm air is pushing into cold air.

• There is a warm front because cold air is pushing into warm air.

• There is a warm front because warm air is pushing into cold air.

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The diagram shows convection cells that form when the sun’s energy interacts with the atmosphere. Where would you expect to find zones of high pressure? Select two correct answers.

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

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The following maps show a front as it moves east across the United States. Which of the statements below describe the weather change that can be expected for Amarillo, Texas. Pick two correct answers.

• Cooler temperature will follow the front.

• Warmer temperatures will follow the front.

• The warm front will bring light rain over a few days.

• The cold front will bring thunderstorms and rain.

• The weather will not change.

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The figure shows the pattern of Earth's global winds. Which position represents the tradewinds?

• Position 1

• Position 2

• Position 3

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Select the response that correctly completes the sentence: ____________ is the natural process that causes ocean currents.

• Orbit of the earth
• Evaporation
• Convection
• Rotation of Earth

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Identify the two fronts represented along line XY. Move the correct answer to each box.

• X is a Cold Front

• X is a Warm Front

• Y is a Cold Front

• Y is a Warm Front

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Which city is likely experiencing sunny weather with clear skies? Select ONE correct answer.

• Seattle

• Green Bay

• Omaha

• Los Angeles

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Jet streams affect worldwide weather patterns by .....

• Rapidly pushing weather systems from one area to another

• Slowing the rate weather patterns move

• Constantly changing

• All of the above

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Select the response that correctly describes the air mass in position 1. Air mass 1 is __________ than 2.

• Cooler
• Warmer

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Select the response that correctly describes the air mass in position 2. Air mass 2 is __________ than 1.

• Cooler
• Warmer

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