Exploring Winds and Ocean Currents

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8th Grade
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2029Jack Michaud
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24 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which global wind pattern is responsible for the movement of weather systems across the United States?
Polar Easterlies
Westerlies
Trade Winds
Doldrums
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do ocean currents affect the climate of coastal regions?
They have no effect on climate.
They make coastal regions colder.
They moderate the climate, making it milder.
They cause extreme weather conditions.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain why the windward side of a mountain typically receives more precipitation than the leeward side.
The windward side is closer to the ocean.
Air rises and cools on the windward side, leading to condensation and precipitation.
The leeward side is at a higher altitude.
The windward side is warmer.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary effect of the Coriolis Effect on global wind patterns?
It causes winds to blow in a straight line.
It deflects winds to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere.
It increases the speed of winds.
It has no effect on wind patterns.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Describe how trade winds influence weather patterns in tropical regions.
They bring cold air from the poles.
They cause frequent hurricanes.
They bring warm, moist air that can lead to rain and storms.
They have no significant impact on weather.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which ocean current is known for its warming effect on the climate of Western Europe?
California Current
Gulf Stream
Labrador Current
Canary Current
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the leeward side of a mountain typically differ in climate from the windward side?
It is wetter and cooler.
It is drier and warmer.
It has more vegetation.
It experiences more storms.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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