Climate and Natural Hazards of the Southeast

What type of climate does the Southeast have?

• Subtropical climate

• Tropical climate

• Continental climate

• Mediterranean climate

What causes the hot and humid climate in the Southeast?

• Proximity to the equator

• Winds from the Pacific Ocean

• Warm and moist winds from the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico

• High altitude

What is the average temperature range in the southern part of the Southeast during winter?

• 65 °F to 70 °F

• 55 °F to 60 °F

• 30 °F to 40 °F

• 45 °F to 50 °F

Which area of the Southeast receives the most rainfall?

• Coastal regions

• Interior regions

• Elevated areas

• Southernmost areas

What natural hazard is the western portion of the Southeast most vulnerable to?

• Floods

• Heatwaves

• Tornadoes

• Hurricanes

During which months do most hurricanes form above the Atlantic Ocean?

• June, July, and August

• May, June, and July

• August, September, and October

• November, December, and January

How are tornadoes formed in the Southeast?

• When warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico meets cold, dry air from Canada

• When cold air from the mountains descends into the plains

• Due to the high temperatures and humidity in the region

• Due to the rotational effect of the Earth alone

Where are you most likely to find snow in the Southeastern Region?

• Appalachian Mountains

• Along the Mississippi River

• On the Atlantic coast

• Gulf Coastal Plains

What two geographic features contribute greatly to the climate of the region?

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Gulf of Mexico

• Mississippi River

Which natural disaster is NOT likely to happen in this region?

• Thunderstorm

• Flood

• Heat Wave

• Avalanche