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Weather, Climate, and Storms
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Weather, Climate, and Storms
Weather, Climate, and Storms
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1. A meteorologist reports that it is 18°C and rainy this afternoon. This is an example of
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B. weather
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2. Which statement describes climate rather than daily weather?
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C. Summers in this region are usually hot and humid.
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3. Which pair correctly matches a weather instrument to what it measures?
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C. Thermometer—air temperature
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4. A barometer shows air pressure dropping. Select TWO likely observations.
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B. Cloudy or rainy weather; C. Low air pressure
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5. Air pressure has been rising. Select TWO likely conditions.
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A. Clear skies; C. Light winds
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6. Which is the most reasonable prediction for Week 4?
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C. 30°C
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7. Which day has a temperature that looks most unusual compared with the others?
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C. Thursday
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8. Which cloud type is most likely to produce thunderstorms?
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C. Cumulonimbus
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9. Which description best matches stratus clouds?
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B. Low, gray layers that may bring drizzle
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10. Match each storm to its description. Write the letter by each storm.
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Thunderstorm—C. Lightning and thunder; Hurricane—D. Forms over warm tropical water; winds of at least 74 mph; Tornado—A. Rotating column of air; Ice storm—B. Freezing rain
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11. A family wants to visit when rain is least likely. Which two months are best?
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C. July and August
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12. A long drought affects a forest. Why might animals leave?
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A. To find food and water
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13. Select THREE negative effects a hurricane could have on a coastal forest.
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A. Flooding from heavy rain; B. Trees knocked down by strong winds; C. Animals losing shelter and food
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14. Based on the pattern, which is the best prediction for next year’s March rainfall?
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B. 115 mm
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15. Which set of data is best for studying climate?
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C. Average yearly temperatures over 30 years