The Water Cycle and Its Impact on Weather

What is the primary driver of the water cycle?

• Solar energy

• Wind

• Ocean currents

• Gravity

Which of the following is NOT a form of precipitation mentioned in the passage?

• Rain

• Fog

• Snow

• Hail

What is the main difference between weather and climate as described in the passage?

• Weather is short-term; climate is long-term

• Weather is predictable; climate is unpredictable

• Weather is global; climate is local

• Weather is constant; climate changes daily

How does high humidity affect local weather conditions according to the passage?

• It leads to increased cloud formation and precipitation

• It decreases the chance of rain

• It causes temperatures to drop significantly

• It prevents cloud formation

What role do clouds play in the weather system as per the passage?

• They bring precipitation and affect temperature

• They only block sunlight

• They have no impact on weather

• They are formed only over oceans