Brain Check

Which cloud brings thunderstorms?

• Stratus
• Cumlus
• Cumulonimbus
• Cirrus

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which correctly compares low - and high - pressure systems?

• A low-pressure system usually brings cool dry air and clear skies, while a high pressure system brings clouds and precipitation.
• A low pressure system usually brings clouds and precipitation, while a high pressure system brings cool dry and clear skies.
• A low pressure system usually brings warm dry air and clear skies, while a high-pressure system usually brings warm moist air and precipitation.
• Hydrometer

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

On a hot summer afternoon, the wind speed increases and large dark clouds begin to form. Which weather conditions are most likely to occur?

• clear skies

• low winds

• freezing rain

• thunderstorms

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which cloud looks like cotton balls? White and Puffy.

• Stratus
• Cumlus
• Cumulonimbus
• Cirrus

Which statement about Hawaii refers to its climate?

• A blizzard occurs on one of Hawaii's tallest mountain peaks.
• A high temperature of 37 degrees was recorded earlier today in Hawaii.
• The mountains were shaded by cumulus clouds on a Tuesday afternoon.
• The coolest months are February and March.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which cloud is thin and wispy?

• Stratus
• Cumlus
• Cumulonimbus
• Cirrus

Jim Howard is calling for a high pressure system. What type of weather should we expect?

• stormy
• rainy
• clear skies
• foggy

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Jim Howard is calling for a high pressure system. What type of weather should we expect?

• stormy
• rainy
• clear skies
• foggy

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

On the field trip we noticed that it was stormy and warmer weather. We can infer that there is a __________ pressure system coming through the area.

• High
• Low

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which cloud brings light rain showers?

• Stratus
• Cumlus
• Cumulonimbus
• Cirrus

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4