2nd Term Geography CAT

What is one way the ocean helps keep temperatures steady?

• By releasing heat quickly

• By soaking up heat from the sun and releasing it slowly

• By making clouds

• By moving warm water to cooler places

Which of these is NOT a reason why people work?

• To learn new skills

• To help others

• To waste time

• To provide for their families

What happens when warm water from the ocean turns into steam?

• It makes the air colder

• It makes clouds and can lead to rain

• It makes the ocean water warmer

• It makes land drier

What is one threat faced by oceans?

• Climate change

• Pollution

• Overfishing

• All the options

What is one way we can help reduce plastic pollution in the ocean?

• Using more single-use plastics

• Using reusable bags, bottles, and containers

• Throwing away plastic items on the beach

• None of the options

Why is it important to conserve water at home?

• So we can have more water to drink

• So we can wash our cars more often

• So we can reduce the amount of runoff that enters the ocean and carries pollutants

• So we can water our plants more

What is one problem associated with rivers?

• Pollution

• Deforestation

• Habitat loss

• All of the options

What is the purpose of a levee?

• To hold back water and create reservoirs

• To prevent flooding by keeping water from overflowing into land

• To change the flow of water

• To store water for irrigation

What is the main characteristic of a Monsoon Climate?

• Hot temperatures all year round

• Heavy rainfall mainly during the summer months

• Cold winters and mild summers

• No rainfall throughout the year

Which type of climate is characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters?

• Temperate Climate

• Tropical Climate

• Savannah Climate

• Mediterranean Climate