Understanding Weather and Climate Concepts

Understanding Weather and Climate Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science

5th - 8th Grade

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Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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The video explores the unpredictability of weather, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for changes. It explains the elements of weather, such as temperature, air pressure, and wind, and how these can change with altitude. The difference between weather and climate is discussed, highlighting how climate is the long-term pattern of weather in a region. The role of meteorologists in predicting weather is also covered, illustrating the science behind weather forecasts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the elements of weather mentioned in the video?

Air temperature, humidity, sunlight, and precipitation

Humidity, wind, clouds, and sunlight

Air temperature, air pressure, humidity, wind, clouds, fog, and precipitation

Air pressure, wind, sunlight, and fog

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to air temperature as you hike up a hill?

It gets warmer

It remains the same

It fluctuates randomly

It gets cooler

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the movement of air cause wind?

Air remains still, causing wind

Air moves horizontally, causing wind

Cool air rises and warm air sinks, causing wind

Warm air rises and cool air sinks, causing wind

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

Weather is the condition of the outside air at a particular time, while climate is the usual weather pattern over time

Weather is the usual weather pattern over time, while climate is the condition of the outside air at a particular time

Weather is only about temperature, while climate includes all elements

Weather and climate are the same

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factors define different climate zones?

Precipitation and temperature

Humidity and wind

Clouds and fog

Sunlight and air pressure

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to moisture in warm air as it rises?

It turns into ice

It remains unchanged

It turns into droplets of water

It evaporates completely

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to understand climate zones?

To predict daily weather

To know when it will rain

To understand the plant and animal life in different areas

To determine the best time to travel

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