Understanding Weather Maps Quiz

What do weather maps visually represent?

• Astronomical data

• Oceanographic data

• Meteorological data

• Geological data

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What symbol represents high pressure on a weather map?

• Blue 'H'

• Green 'G'

• Red 'L'

• Yellow 'Y'

What type of weather is typically associated with low pressure systems?

• Sunny weather

• Dry conditions

• Stormy weather

• Clear skies

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What does a warm front bring?

• Dry air replacing moist air

• Warm air replacing cold air

• Cold air replacing warm air

• Stationary weather conditions

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the role of weather satellites like the GOES-R series?

• To provide geological data

• To monitor ocean currents

• To track animal migrations

• To provide critical data for weather forecasting

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What does a stationary front cause?

• Sudden temperature drops

• Prolonged rain

• Clear skies

• Dry conditions

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is atmospheric pressure influenced by?

• Ocean currents

• Elevation and moisture content

• Wind speed

• Sunlight intensity

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What does a cold front typically lead to?

• Prolonged drought

• Stable weather conditions

• Heavy precipitation

• Warm weather

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the significance of historical weather maps?

• To track animal migration patterns

• To monitor ocean currents

• To study climate trends and changes over time

• To predict future earthquakes

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

What does moist air lead to in terms of atmospheric pressure?

• No change in atmospheric pressure

• Increased wind speed

• Higher atmospheric pressure

• Lower atmospheric pressure

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5