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Weather & Climate

Total questions: 161

Worksheet time: 2hrs 45mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Precipitation is....
a)
rain
b)
snow
c)
sleet
d)
all of these are correct
2.
This tool is used to measure the amount of rainfall.  What is it called?
a)
snow gauge
b)
rain gauge
c)
ruler
d)
thermometer
3.
Weather is the current conditions outside.
a)
True
b)
False
4.
Which tool measures air temperature?
a)
Thermometer
b)
Anemometer
c)
Wind Vane
d)
Wind sock
5.
A scientist who studies weather is called ...
a)
a meteorologist
b)
an astronomer
c)
a biologist
d)
a weatherologist
6.
What can happen when an area does not get enough rain?
a)
Drought
b)
Flood
c)
Sleet
d)
Hail
7.

______ is what is happening outside with the air and sky, including precipitation, temperature, and wind.

a)

visualize

b)

weather

c)

seasons

d)

range

8.

The span between the lowest and highest numbers in a group.

a)

climate

b)

claim

c)

visualize

d)

range

9.

To ______________ is to judge how useful or accurate something is.

a)

estimate

b)

evidence

c)

evaluate

d)

pattern

10.

A proposed answer to a question is a ___________.

a)

claim

b)

measure

c)

natural hazzard

d)

guess

11.

Water that falls to Earth as rain, snow, sleet, or hail is ______________.

a)

measure

b)

precipitation

c)

pattern

d)

data

12.

The __________________ is how hot or cold something is.

a)

climate

b)

weather

c)

thermometer

d)

temperature

13.

____________ is the typical weather in a place over a long period of time.

a)

weather

b)

climate

c)

data

d)

precipitation

14.

A ____________ is a way of organizing numbers that can help you see patterns.

a)

graph

b)

measure

c)

pattern

d)

visualize

15.

Observations or measurements that are recorded in an investigation are called ______________.

a)

patterns

b)

measures

c)

numbers

d)

data

16.

Times of year when certain kinds of weather are common are called __________________.

a)

seasons

b)

argument

c)

measure

d)

precipitation

17.

To__________________ is to use a tool to find out information such as how heavy, how big, how fast, or how hot or how cold something is.

a)

thermometer

b)

temperature

c)

measure

d)

visualize

18.

A _______________ is something we observe to be similar over and over again.

a)

pattern

b)

weather

c)

storm

d)

hazard

19.

Information that supports an answer to a questions is ____________.

a)

evaulation

b)

pattern

c)

text

d)

evidence

20.

What month is coldest?

a)

January

b)

February

c)

November

d)

December

21.

I'm going to Alaska in July. What should I pack to wear?

a)

shorts, t-shirts, and swim suits

b)

heavy coat, long sleeves, mittens

c)

long pants, long sleeve shirts, light jacket

22.

Based on these graphs, what could I expect the highs to be in December when I go on a cruise to Alaska?

a)

60ºF or higher

b)

Around 70ºF

c)

30ºF or higher

d)

20ºF or lower

23.

Based on these graphs, in which month is it both rainy and cold?

a)

February

b)

March

c)

December

d)

January

24.

Based on these graphs, in which place would you rather live if you need a very wet climate?

a)

Boston

b)

San Francisco

25.

I have friends that live in another city. They tell me that right now, in November, they need to wear coats to school. Where do my friend probably live?

a)

Boston

b)

San Francisco

26.

Based on these line plots, which month is warmer on Creek Island?

a)

January

b)

August

27.

What would your prediction be for the high temperature on June 1st?

a)

76ºF

b)

95ºF

c)

83ºF

d)

66ºF

28.

What is the range of temperatures for the month of may for his cousin?

a)

75ºF - 83ºF

b)

64ºF - 74ºF

c)

60ºF - 70ºF

d)

65ºF - 73ºF

29.

On which day did they receive the most rain?

a)

May 1

b)

May 27

c)

May 19

d)

May 10

30.

Which of the following shows strong evidence? Mark all that apply.

a)

It rained a lot in July.

b)

It was 95ºF yesterday.

c)

The rain filled a cup every day last week.

d)

The rain was like a drizzle yesterday.

e)

There was a total of 45mm of rain in May.

31.

Which of the following would be a science argument? Choose all that apply.

a)

I want to go to the beach in January, because that is when it is warm.

b)

We cannot put the refuge in China because the average temperature is 55ºF.

c)

I am going to plant rice in Louisiana because rice requires a lot of rain. I know it rains a lot in Louisiana.

d)

I am going to plant rice in Louisiana because rice requires a lot of rain. I know that Louisiana got more than 40 inches of rain last year.

e)

I need to buy a watch because my old one doesn't work anymore.

32.

Scientists can answer some questions but not others, and that depends on the evidence they have.

a)

True

b)

False

33.

Temperature and precipitation can be predicted base on previous years of patterns collected in weather data.

a)

True

b)

False

34.

Every place on the planet has the same climate.

a)

True

b)

False

35.

Scientists evaluate evidence to find the strongest evidence.

a)

True

b)

Fase

36.

Stronger evidence in a scientific argurment is not important.

a)

True

b)

False

37.

Precipitation data for one month can be described as

a)

total rain

b)

total precipitation

c)

total waterfall

d)

total weather

38.

Meterologists do not have to make measurements in the same way every time.

a)

True

b)

False

39.

It is important for meteorologists to make measurements in the same way every time so they can make

a)

grass grow

b)

predictions

c)

comparisons

d)

news

40.

There is a warning for a severe Thunderstorm. Which safety measure should people take?

a)

Stand near windows

b)

Take a bath

c)

Stay out of water

d)

Stand under trees

41.

Where do Hurricanes form?

a)

Over warm ocean water

b)

Over cold ocean water

c)

Over dry land

d)

Over wet land

42.

What shape do Tornadoes take?

a)

Circle

b)

Eye

c)

Funnel

d)

Square

43.

During a hurricane, which safety measures should you take?

a)

Lie in a ditch

b)

Stand under trees

c)

Take selfies on the beach

d)

Move further inland

44.

What can be concluded about the climate of Binghamton from 1951 to 1956?

a)

Both temperature and precipitation increased in Binghamton.

b)

Both temperature and precipitation decreased in Binghamton.

c)

The temperature in Binghamton decreased, and the precipitation increased.

d)

The temperature in Binghamton increased, and the precipitation decreased.

45.
Daily temperature, daily rainfall, daily amount of sunshine
a)
Weather
b)
Climate
46.
Several months during the year that have similar temperatures 
a)
Season
b)
climate
c)
weather
d)
Summer
47.

Land closer to the equator is

a)

colder.

b)

warmer.

c)

dry.

48.
Texas has long, hot summers.
a)
Climate
b)
Weather
49.

Which of the following best describes weather?

a)

day to day conditions of the atmosphere at a place in regards to heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

b)

long-term conditions (months/years) of the atmosphere at a place in regards to heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

50.

Which of the following best describes climate?

a)

day to day conditions of the atmosphere at a place in regards to heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

b)

long-term conditions (months/years) of the atmosphere at a place in regards to heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

51.

The meteorologist predicts that tomorrow, it will be very windy outside.

a)

Weather

b)

Climate

52.
the amount of water vapor in the air
a)
warm front
b)
precipitation
c)
humidity
d)
air pressure
53.
Rain, snow sleet, or hail that falls from the clouds in the sky
a)
humidity
b)
liquid
c)
precipitation
d)
weather
54.
An instrument that measures air pressure
a)
thermometer
b)
barometer
c)
rain guage
d)
wind sock
55.
Average weather conditions of a region year after year
a)
weather
b)
season
c)
cold front
d)
climate
56.
Showing the usual or expected, the average
a)
unexpected
b)
typical
c)
trend
d)
different
57.

When Andy talked to his cousin in Ohio, she said it was raining. It was snowing at Andy’s house in Pennsylvania. What is the main reason for the difference in precipitation in the two locations?

a)

air pressure

b)

humidity

c)

temperature

d)

wind speed

58.

When Brian left for school in the morning, weather conditions were cool and humid and it was difficult for him to see very far. What is he most likely observing?

a)

fog

b)

snow

c)

rain

d)

sleet

59.

Trevor lives in an area of Florida where hurricanes are sometimes severe. Where should he and his family plan to go if they do not have time to leave the area?

a)

outside in the open

b)

outside under a tree

c)

inside near a light fixture

d)

inside away from windows

60.

Armand is explaining to his neighbor why it is important to have an emergency family plan. Which is the best reason?

a)

to stop severe weather conditions

b)

to be able to avoid severe weather warnings

c)

to keep the family safe during severe weather

d)

to help neighbors protect their homes in severe weather

61.

Jade and Keith learned that clouds have different shapes and colors and that they contain different amounts of water. Keith says that cloudy days are depressing. Which of the following best describes Keith’s statement?

a)

opinion

b)

prediction

c)

conclusion

d)

observation

62.

The temperature in Miami on a day in July is 92 ºF (33 ºC). There is very little wind on this day. What type of precipitation is most likely to form?

a)

sleet

b)

snow

c)

rain

d)

hail

63.

Which type of data would MOST help a meteorologist determine whether a nearby weather system is headed toward a certain area?

a)

Humidity

b)

Wind speed

c)

Temperature

d)

Wind direction

64.
Which month has the highest average temperature?
a)
August
b)
July
c)
June
d)
May
65.
Does January or March have the lowest average temperature?
a)
January 
b)
March
c)
They are the same
66.
A tornado warning was issued for Kansas City this morning.
a)
Climate
b)
Weather
67.
It snowed for three days last week.
a)
Climate
b)
Weather
68.
This weather instrument is a...
a)
anemometer
b)
Christmas ornament
c)
wind vane
d)
barometer
69.
A rain gauge measures what?
a)
Air pressure
b)
Wind speed
wind speed
c)
Amount of rain fall
d)
Wind direction
70.
This weather instrument is an...
a)
wind vane
b)
anemometer
c)
barometer
d)
thermometer
71.

Weather changes

a)

Every Day

b)

Every week

c)

Twice a week

72.

Weather in any area tends to follow a ____________.

a)

pattern

b)

map

73.

Average temperature and average rainfall, in addition to other weather information, are important parts of _____________.

a)

climate

b)

changes

74.

Why do scientists record patterns in weather?

a)

They can tell what the exact temperature will be the next day.

b)

They can prove that the patterns are wrong.

c)

They can make predicitons about what will happen next.

d)

They can use the patterns to change the seasons.

75.

Which statement describes weather?

a)

The temperature is 35 degrees Celsius in Brownsville today.

b)

Summers in El Paso are hot and dry.

c)

Winters in New York City can be cold.

d)

The Sun will set in San Diego today at 6:45pm.

76.

Average weather conditions for a region year after year.

a)

Climate

b)

Weather

c)

Pattern

d)

Prediction

77.

Information that has been collected.

a)

Data

b)

Extent

c)

Pattern

d)

Range

78.

A statement about what you think will happen based on what you know.

a)

Pattern

b)

Extent

c)

Prediction

d)

Range

79.

The four natural divisions of the year based on changes in temperature due to the varied amounts of sunlight.

a)

Winter

b)

Summer

c)

Seasons

d)

Pattern

80.

Students measured the rainfall outside their classroom for five days and recorded their observations. The greatest increase in the amount of rainfall was between -

a)

June 12 and June 13

b)

June 11 and June 12

c)

June 10 and June 11

d)

June 13 and June 14

81.

Students at an elementary school set up a weather station in 1985. The fifth grade classes have been responsible for measuring and recording the daily temperature, wind speed, wind direction, precipitation, and cloud cover every year.

Which characteristic of the area would students be able to describe only after 30 or more years?

a)

Weather

b)

Climate

c)

Atmospheric disturbances

d)

Earthquakes

82.

What could the title of this table be?

a)

Climate Report for Old Dime Box, TX

b)

Average Temperatures for Old Dime Box, TX

c)

Weather Report for Old Dime Box, TX

d)

Precipitation Report for Old Dime Box, TX

83.

The table shows some weather data collected over a five-day period. What pattern over the five days can be observed in the collected data?

a)

There was more rain on the warmer days.

b)

Rain came along with lower temperatures.

c)

There were fewer clouds as the week went on.

d)

Temperature increased during the week.

84.

Nevada usually receives very little rainfall is an example of

a)

climate

b)

weather

85.

Houston received three inches of rainfall last month is an example

a)

weather

b)

climate

86.

It snowed on Christmas day two years ago in Dallas, Texas is an example of

a)

weather

b)

climate

87.
Determines the type of animals that can live there.
a)
Weather
b)
Climate
88.
The North and South Poles are usually cold and dry.
a)
Weather
b)
Climate
89.
We can expect rain on Tuesday.
a)
Weather
b)
Climate
90.

A yearly timeframe.

a)

Monthly

b)

Yearlike

c)

Annual

d)

Decade

91.

A period of 10 years.

a)

Decade

b)

Century

c)

Millinium

d)

Average

92.
What is a thunderstorm?
a)
A thunderstorm is a storm with lightning and thunder. 
b)
a violent rotating column of air 
c)
the most violent storm known on Earth
93.
What is a hurricane? 
a)
a traditional funnel shape, or in a slender rope-like form
b)
A change in wind direction and an increase in wind speed with increasing height creates an invisible, horizontal spinning effect in the lower atmosphere
c)
tropical storms. They take place between the Equator and the Tropic of Cancer to the north, or between the Equator and the Tropic of Capricorn to the south
94.
What is lightning?
a)
Lightning is a bright flash of electricity produced by a thunderstorm
b)
Lightning is a bright flash of electricity produced by a blizzard.
c)
Lightning is not an electric current
95.
What causes thunder?
a)
Lightning is caused by thunder. 
b)
Thunder is caused by lightning
c)
Thunder is caused by rain. 
96.

Hurricanes usually occur in the Myrtle Beach area in late summer and fall. When they hit the coast the area experiences high winds, heavy rains and a storm surge which can cause flooding. What is the best step you can take if there is a hurricane warning in your area?

a)

Take shelter in a low area such as a ditch.

b)

Stay indoors and lock the doors

c)

Move inland away from the coast.

d)

Go to the top of your house to avoid flooding

97.

Below is a climate data for Conway, South Carolina.Which of the following is the best claim that can be made about the climate in Conway from this data?

a)

It is hotter and wetter during the summer in Conway.

b)

It is hotter and drier during the summer in Conway

c)

It is cooler and wetter during the winter in Conway

d)

It is cooler and drier during the spring in Conway

98.

A student measured the temperature of the room at the same time on two different days. The picture shows what the thermometers measured on each day. What is the best claim he can make from his data?

a)

It was 4°F warmer on day 2

b)

It was 4°F cooler on day 2.

c)

It was 8°F warmer on day 2.

d)

It was 8°F cooler on day 2.

99.

A student used the anemometer shown below to take measurements of weather events. What did he most likely observe when using the anemometer?

a)

When it rains harder the anemometer collects more water.

b)

When the wind changes direction the anemometer points differently.

c)

When it is not raining the anemometer does not spin.

d)

When the wind blows faster the anemometer spins faster.

100.

There has been a weather alert in our area that warns of a tornado. What should you do if you are inside your house?

a)

Board up the windows in your house

b)

Go outside and get into a car.

c)

Go to a room with no windows.

d)

Move to upper floor to avoid flooding.

101.

A thunderstorm can have strong winds, lightning, and sometimes hail. What is the best thing you can do if you are outside and an afternoon thunderstorm starts?

a)

Lie down flat in a ditch.

b)

Find shelter under a tree.

c)

Find shelter inside a building.

d)

Move to a hill to avoid flooding.

102.

The map below shows the average minimum temperatures in November for South Carolina. Which area is most likely to receive snow in November?

a)

Area “A” because it is coldest

b)

Area “B” because it is farther North.

c)

Area “C” Because it is on the North coast.

d)

Area “D” because it is on the South coast.

103.

The weather report warned that a large storm was approaching. They said that there was a danger of strong winds and flooding caused by large waves and a rapid rise in sea levels. A radar image of the storm showed the clouds moving in a large circular pattern. Coastal residents were asked to board up their widows and move inland. What type of storm was most likely coming?

a)

Thunderstorm

b)

Tornado

c)

Hurricane

d)

Blizzard

104.

Clouds that form near the ground are called __________.

a)

cirrus

b)

fog

c)

cumulonimbus

d)

cumulus

105.

The average yearly rainfall in Hawaii is 78 inches.

a)

Weather

b)

Climate

106.

It was cloudy and rainy all weekend.

a)

Weather

b)

Climate

107.

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast.

a)

Weather

b)

Climate

108.

The desert is very dry.

a)

Weather

b)

Climate

109.

It is usually raining in Seattle.

a)

Weather

b)

Climate

110.

The lowest recorded temperature for Austin, Texas, is -2°F.

a)

Weather

b)

Climate

111.

A fifth grade class took daily readings of the air temperature for a week and recorded them on a class chart.

Based on the chart, which statement is correct?

a)

The air temperature went up and then down.

b)

Monday and Friday were the warmest days.

c)

The air temperature was higher on Friday than Monday.

d)

The air temperature went up steadily from Monday to Friday

112.

Eight elements of weather are observed in Meteorology. Which of the following is NOT

a)

clouds

b)

Precipitation

c)

Atmospheric pressure

d)

Earthquakes

113.

On what days will there be rain?

a)

Monday

b)

Tuesday

c)

Wendesday

d)

Thursday

114.
Which of the following are all types of precipitation?
a)
rain, hail, snow, and mud
b)
rain, sleet, snow, and hail
c)
wind, rain, mud, and rainbows
d)
clouds, snow, mud, and sleet
115.
This storm has a funnel shaped cloud made of swirling winds and can be very destructive.
a)
tornado
b)
thunderstorm
c)
blizzard
d)
hurricane
116.
A meteorologist makes a _____ .
a)
prediction
b)
test
c)
plan
d)
story
117.
A ______ is brings heavy snow and wind in a short amount of time.
a)
blizzard
b)
snow flurries
c)
thunderstorm
d)
hurricane
118.
It is useful to collect weather data over long periods of time for predicting current weather patterns.
a)
true
b)
false
119.
Tracking weather data year after year helps scientists to make future weather predictions.
a)
true
b)
false
120.
What is it called when water evaporates, collects in clouds, and falls back to the Earth as precipitation? 
a)
the snow storm
b)
the meteorologist
c)
the classroom
d)
the water cycle
121.
A weather prediction is called a _______.
a)
forecast
b)
weather map
c)
a meteorologist
d)
a happy meal
122.
Ryan is working on his Science Fair project. He plans to measure the amount of rainfall that has fallen in his neighborhood over the past two weeks. What instrument should he use?
a)
Rain gauge
b)
Wind Vane
c)
Barometer
d)
Thermometer 
123.

What does the word precipitation mean?

a)

a time of no rainfall

b)

when water changes from a liquid to a gas

c)

water that falls from the sky

d)

increase in Earth’s temperature

124.

What is a drought?

a)

increase in Earth’s temperature

b)

a time of no rainfall

c)

water that falls from the sky

d)

device that collects and measures rain

125.

What is dew?

a)

an expert on weather

b)

means a tornado has been seen you should take shelter now

c)

used to predict the weather

d)

tiny drops of water that forms on cool surfaces

126.

What is a forecast?

a)

a prediction of future weather

b)

device that collects and measures rain

c)

tiny drops of water that forms on cool surfaces

d)

when water changes from a liquid to a gas

127.

What is fog?

a)

means a tornado has been seen you should take shelter now

b)

means tornadoes are possible and you should be prepared

c)

a thick cloud close to Earth’s surface

d)

device that collects and measures rain

128.

Rita is talking to her grandmother. She says she thinks there might be a thunderstorm soon. What question should Rita ask to determine whether a thunderstorm is likely?

a)

How much cloud cover is there?

b)

How many clouds are there?

c)

What type of clouds do you see?

129.
What does this tool measure?
a)
Wind speed
b)
Wind direction
c)
Air pressure
d)
Temperature
130.
Which tool measures air pressure?
a)
Thermometer
b)
Barometer
c)
Wind Vane
d)
Hygrometer
131.

Seasonal

a)

Weather that is predicted

b)

Normal for that time of year

c)

Correct

132.

Freezing

a)

Temperatures at or below 0 degrees C or 32 degrees F

b)

When the temperature is evaporating

c)

Layered clouds

133.

Which is most responsible for the changes in seasons?

a)

the jet stream

b)

the ocean currents

c)

the distance of Earth from the Sun

d)

the tilt of Earth on its axis

134.

What imaginary line is drawn around the earth’s center?

a)

equator

b)

axis

c)

prime meridian

135.

It divides the earth into ___________ and ___________ hemispheres.

a)

eastern and western

b)

northern and southern

136.

What season is this?

a)

Summer

b)

Spring

c)

Autumn

d)

Winter

137.

What season is this?

a)

Winter

b)

Autumn

c)

Spring

d)

Summer

138.

What season is this?

a)

Spring

b)

Winter

c)

Summer

d)

Autumn

139.

What season is this?

a)

Summer

b)

Spring

c)

Autumn

d)

Winter

140.
Why is the Equator warmest?
a)
Because it is closest to the sun.
b)
Because it receives the most direct sunlight
c)
Because no clouds form here.
d)
Because it is far from the sun
141.
What happens when the area in which you live tilts away from the sun?
a)
It is summer.
b)
It is spring.
c)
It is winter.
d)
It is fall.
142.
Why does the area around the equator stay the same temperature all year?
a)
The equator rotates slower than the poles.
b)
The equator remains the same distance from the sun.
c)
The equator always receives direct sunlight.
d)
The equator has 18 hour days.
143.
If its ____ in the Northern hemisphere, then its summer in the Southern hemisphere. 
a)
spring
b)
summer
c)
fall
d)
winter
144.
The leaves start to change colors in this season.
a)
Summer
b)
Winter
c)
Fall/Autumn
d)
Spring
145.
In the fall...
a)
Leaves die and fall from trees.
b)
Children go swimming and are out of school.
c)
Flowers start to bloom and grow.
146.

My birthday is in April. It is in...

a)

winter

b)

summer

c)

spring

d)

autumn

147.

Valentine's Day is in February. It is...

a)

summer

b)

autumn

c)

winter

d)

spring

148.

What season do people experience when the northern hemisphere is tilted toward the sun?

a)

winter

b)

spring

c)

summer

d)

fall (autumn)

149.

What season do people experience when the northern hemisphere is tilted away from the sun?

a)

winter

b)

spring

c)

summer

d)

fall (autumn)

150.

When it is summer in the northern hemisphere, what season is it in the southern hemisphere?

a)

winter

b)

spring

c)

summer

d)

fall (autumn)

151.

Which list shows the correct order of seasons as the earth revolves around the sun?

a)

winter, summer, spring, fall

b)

winter, fall, summer, spring

c)

winter, spring, fall, summer

d)

winter, spring, summer, fall

152.

During this season most trees have no leaves.

a)

winter

b)

spring

c)

summer

d)

fall

153.

What season has the most daylight?

a)

fall

b)

summer

c)

winter

d)

spring

154.

During this season, some animals gather food to store.

a)

fall

b)

spring

c)

summer

d)

winter

155.

In this season, flowers begin to bloom.

a)

spring

b)

summer

c)

winter

d)

fall

156.

The season when leaves change colors.

a)

summer

b)

spring

c)

winter

d)

fall

157.

__________________ is when some animals sleep during the winter.

a)

nap time

b)

hibernation

c)

storing food

d)

hiding

158.

Many baby animals are born during this season?

a)

summer

b)

spring

c)

winter

d)

fall

159.

____________________ are when things repeat over and over again in the same order.

a)

days

b)

experiments

c)

games

d)

patterns

160.

What season is the coldest?

a)

summer

b)

spring

c)

winter

d)

fall

161.

THE CORRECT ORDER OF SEASONS IS...

(TAKING AUTUMN/FALL AS THE 1ST ONE)

a)

AUTUMN/FALL - SUMMER - SPRING - WINTER

b)

AUTUMN/FALL - SPRING - SUMMER - WINTER

c)

AUTUMN/FALL - WINTER - SPRING - SUMMER

d)

WINTER - SUMMER - SPRING - AUTUMN/FALL