UAE Social Studies Review

The planet Earth is round and tilted causes sun rays to reach some areas more directly than others.

• True

• False

What degree Fahrenheit does water freeze?

• 0 degrees

• 32 degrees

• 212 degrees

• 100 degrees

Which latitude line is between the Arctic Circle and the Equator?

• Antarctica

• Tropic of Cancer

• Tropic of Capricorn

• Midpoint

What are the two seasons in the Tropics?

• Hot and Cold

• Hot and Warm

• Hot and Wet

• Dry and Sunny

Which climate zone would you be able to wear all types of clothing because it has four seasons?

What are the names of the two hemispheres?

• Arctic and Antarctica

• Tropical and Polar

• Northern and Southern

• Eastern and Western

The Earth is warmer where is it closest to the _________.

Which climate zone is in between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn?

• Desert

• Polar

• Temperate

• Tropical

The highest landforms are______________________.

• Hills

• Valleys

• Mountains

• Rivers

In the past, how did the UAE Emiratis keep their homes cool?

• Built Thatched Roofs

• Wind Towers

• Bricks and Small Windows

• Blocks of Ice