Understanding Weather and Climate

What do we call the average weather conditions in a place over a long period of time?

• Weather

• Climate

• Season

• Storm

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Which of the following is a typical weather condition you might expect during winter?

• Hot and sunny days

• Cold temperatures and snow

• Lots of rain and thunderstorms

• Dry and windy days

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Which type of climate is usually hot and humid all year round?

• Polar

• Temperate

• Tropical

• Desert

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Look at the table below showing weather data for two cities. Which city is experiencing more rainfall?

• City 1

• City 2

• Both cities have the same rainfall

• Not enough information

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Which of these regions is known for having a lot of rain and many different plants and animals?

• Desert

• Rainforest

• Grasslands

• Ocean

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What is one way to protect a building from being damaged by lightning?

• Build a taller roof

• Install a lightning rod

• Paint the building white

• Plant more trees nearby

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Which of the following is an effective way to reduce damage to your home before a hurricane?

• Leave windows open

• Board up windows and use sandbags

• Turn on all the lights

• Remove all doors

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The graph below shows the average temperatures in a town throughout the year. In what climate zone is this town most likely located?

• Polar

• Tropical

• Temperate

• Desert

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Which of these engineering solutions helps keep people safe during a tornado?

• Lightning rod

• Barrier wall

• Safe room

• Air conditioning

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A city wants to reduce flooding during heavy rainstorms. Which design solution would best help reduce the impact of this weather-related hazard?

• Planting more trees and building rain gardens

• Painting buildings blue

• Building taller houses

• Using more streetlights

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