Multiple Choice Questions on Atmospheric Pressure

What is the local term for the southwest monsoon in the Philippines?

• Amihan

• Habagat

• El Niño

• La Niña

Which wind system brings cool and dry air to the Philippines during the winter months?

• Amihan

• Habagat

• LPA

• HPA

The Hanging Amihan generally occurs from:

• June to September

• October to February

• March to May

• July to December

What type of weather is typically associated with the Hanging Habagat?

• Dry and cool

• Wet and stormy

• Warm and dry

• Snowy and cold

Which of the following causes heavy rainfall and strong winds during the Habagat season?

• Low Pressure Area (LPA)

• High Pressure Area (HPA)

• Trade Winds

• Westerlies

What happens when a High Pressure Area (HPA) forms over a region?

• Warm air rises rapidly

• Air sinks, bringing clear skies

• Intense rainfall occurs

• Storms form quickly

What is the common unit of measurement for atmospheric pressure?

• Milliliters (mL)

• Degrees Celsius (°C)

• Hectopascals (hPa)

• Kilometers (km)

A standard atmospheric pressure at sea level is approximately:

• 760 hPa

• 850 hPa

• 1013 hPa

• 1200 hPa

Which instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

What type of weather is generally associated with a Low Pressure Area (LPA)?

• Calm and dry

• Clear skies

• Cloudy and rainy

• Warm and sunny