Geographical Influences on Climate

Which of the following latitudinal positions will usually be the warmest?

• Close to the Equator

• Far from the Equator

• Close to the North Pole

• Close to the South Pole

Which of the following answers correctly explains how altitude impacts climate?

• At higher altitudes the air will be warmer

• At higher altitudes the air will be cooler

• If you are below sea level the air will be warmer

• if you are below sea level the air will be cooler

Which type of slope will usually be warmer?

• Slopes facing North

• Slopes facing South

• Slopes facing away from the equator

• Slopes facing towards the equator

Which type of surface will usually be the coldest?

• dense forest

• urban street

• farmer's field

• sandy beach

How does being closer to the ocean impact climate?

• usually colder

• usually warmer

• more extreme high and low temperatures

• more moderate high and low temperatures