Extreme Weather on Earth Quiz

What has been the trend in weather-related disasters over the past 50 years?

• They have doubled.

• They have increased fivefold.

• They have remained constant.

• They have decreased significantly.

Which desert is known as the driest place on Earth?

• Kalahari Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Atacama Desert

• Sahara Desert

What global circulation pattern contributes to the dryness of the Atacama Desert?

• Ferrel cell

• Polar cell

• Hadley cell

• Walker cell

What is the hottest air temperature ever recorded in Death Valley?

• 134 degrees Fahrenheit

• 150 degrees Fahrenheit

• 120 degrees Fahrenheit

• 140 degrees Fahrenheit

Why does Death Valley experience such high temperatures?

• It is surrounded by water bodies.

• It is located at a high altitude.

• It has a high moisture content.

• It is an arid environment with low elevation.

Which city is considered the windiest in the world?

• Cape Town, South Africa

• Reykjavik, Iceland

• Wellington, New Zealand

• Chicago, USA

What type of winds are found in the East Antarctic Plateau?

• Trade winds

• Katabatic winds

• Chinook winds

• Monsoon winds

What is the highest wind speed ever recorded on Mount Washington?

• 150 miles per hour

• 200 miles per hour

• 231 miles per hour

• 250 miles per hour

What geographical feature contributes to Mount Washington's extreme weather?

• Its proximity to the ocean

• Its location in a desert

• Its position at the apex of the White Mountains

• Its high altitude

What is a significant factor in Mount Washington's extreme weather conditions?

• Moisture and wind speeds

• Proximity to the equator

• High latitude

• Lack of moisture