Weather and Ocean Conditions Quiz

What is the temperature of the ocean water near Long Beach, California, in June?

• 64°F

• 77°F

• 85°F

• 70°F

What is the chance of rain in Long Beach, California, in June?

• 0%

• 10%

• 35%

• 50%

What is the high temperature near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, in June?

• 64°F

• 77°F

• 85°F

• 79°F

What is the chance of rain in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, in June?

• 0%

• 10-20%

• 35-50%

• 60-70%

Why is the air above warmer ocean water more humid?

• Less evaporation occurs

• More water particles evaporate into the air

• The ocean water is cooler

• The air is colder

What is the missing value in the diagram?

• Option A: 42

• Option B: 36

• Option C: 50

• Option D: 28

What is an ocean current?

• A large wave in the ocean

• A flow of water within the ocean

• A type of fish found in the ocean

• A storm in the ocean

Which ocean current runs along the west coast of the United States?

• Gulf Stream

• Northern Pacific Current

• California Current

• Caribbean Current

What effect does the California Current have on Long Beach?

• It makes the water warmer

• It brings cooler and sunnier summer days

• It causes more rain

• It makes the water saltier

What type of current is the Gulf Stream?

• Cold current

• Warm current

• Neutral current

• Dry current