Clouds, Rain and the Water Cycle: rainbows, runoff, snowmelt

The video discusses observing rain and a birdbath filling up, grandpa's method of recording weather data, and the appearance of rainbows indicating weather changes. It explains the concept of runoff, its effects on creeks, and the dangers associated with it. The video concludes with a discussion on the water cycle, comparing it to nature's recycling process.

What tool does grandpa use to measure rainfall?

• A thermometer and a cup

• A clock and a glass

• A jar and a ruler

• A scale and a bucket

What is the term used for water that flows downhill to fill ponds and creeks?

• Precipitation

• Runoff

• Evaporation

• Condensation

Why is it dangerous to play near a fast-moving creek?

• The water might be too cold

• It can be slippery

• The fast-moving water can be dangerous

• It might start raining again

How does snow contribute to runoff?

• Snow absorbs water from the air

• Snow melts and the water flows downhill

• Snow evaporates into the atmosphere

• Snow directly fills lakes and ponds

What is the water cycle compared to in the video?

• A river

• A bicycle

• A recycling process

• A waterfall