Understanding Weather Quiz

Which layer of the atmosphere is responsible for all weather phenomena?

• Stratosphere

• Mesosphere

• Troposphere

• Thermosphere

Which of these is NOT an element of weather?

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Lightning

• Wind

Which instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

If the air pressure drops below 1000 mb at sea level, it may indicate:

• High humidity

• A depression or cyclone

• Clear weather

• Snowfall

A rain gauge is used to measure:

• Wind speed

• Rainfall

• Humidity

• Temperature

Assertion (A): Traditional weather forecasting is still used in many parts of India. Reason (R): People observe birds, frogs, and ants to predict weather changes.

• Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation.

• Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation.

• A is true, R is false.

• A is false, R is true.

Assertion (A): Kochi is more humid than Jaipur. Reason (R): Kochi is located near the sea.

• Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation.

• Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation.

• A is true, R is false.

• A is false, R is true.

Case: Jyotsna is packing for a school trip to Mumbai in June. The forecast says 29°C and 84% humidity. Q: Which clothes would be most suitable for Jyotsna?

• Woollen jacket and jeans

• Cotton t-shirt and shorts

• Raincoat and sweater

• Thick blazer and gloves

Case: Krishnan in Chennai says it feels cold at 20°C, but Amir in Kashmir finds it warm. Q: What does this situation explain best?

• Temperature varies by location

• Feelings are subjective

• Need for standard weather measurement

• Cold and heat are illusions

The image shows a device that collects water in a funnel and measures it on a scale. What is it used for?

• Measuring temperature

• Measuring wind direction

• Measuring rainfall

• Measuring humidity