WorksheetsESS.5.1.2
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
The following list shows the weather observations during a summer day in an area of North Carolina: - winds changing and beginning to blow from the north - falling atmospheric pressure - cumulonimbus clouds moving in Based on these observations, what weather conditions will likely exist before the day is over?
clear skies and cooler temperatures
light rain and warmer temperatures
heavy rain and warmer temperatures
thunderstorms and cooler temperatures
Michael collected air pressure data for the week. His results are shown in the chart below: Day | Air Pressure Monday | 33.35 inches Tuesday | 32.33 inches Wednesday | 32.22 inches Thursday | 31.15 inches Friday | 28.49 inches Which is the best prediction for the type of weather on Saturday?
clear and cold
clear and warm
cloudy and rainy
cloudy and humid
The graphs below show monthly temperature and precipitation data. Which prediction could be made based on the data?
Next year, the warmest months will have the most precipitation.
Next year, the warmest months will have the least precipitation.
Next year, the coldest months will have the most precipitation.
Next year, the coldest months will have the least precipitation.
Below is a map of the United States. Where are the warmest thunderstorms most likely to appear?
northern U.S.
southwest U.S.
southeast U.S.
northeast U.S.
Based on the information in the table, in which city will it most likely rain?
City W
City X
City Y
City Z
Which is the most useful data scientists can use to help determine drought conditions?
weather radar and satellite pictures
wind speed records and temperature records
rainfall measurement and barometric pressure
rainfall measurement and lake and river water levels
A thunderstorm moved through Raleigh. Which graph best shows a barometer’s data before, during, and after the storm?
Graph A
Graph B
Graph C
Graph D
The data table below lists precipitation amounts for the month of January over a 4-year period. Which is the best prediction for the precipitation amount in January 2012?
A. between 4.5 and 4.7 inches
B. between 4.7 and 4.9 inches
C. between 4.5 and 5.5 inches
D. between 5.3 and 6.3 inches
Why do scientists collect data about the amount of water vapor in the air?
to determine humidity levels
to monitor evaporation rates
to predict wind speed and direction
to determine atmospheric pressure
After a few hours of light rain falling at Kay’s house, she noticed the temperature outside was higher than before. Which type of front most likely passed over Kay’s house?
cold front
warm front
occluded front
stationary front
