E.Walters: Weather Instruments Quiz

What is this instrument used to measure?

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Wind speed

• Air pressure

What device is used to measure temperature?

• Barometer

• Compass

• Thermometer

• Ruler

What is the name of the instrument shown in the image?

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Hygrometer

• Anemometer

What unit is used to measure rainfall?

• centimeters (cm)

• millimeters (mm) or inches (in)

• gallons (gal)

• feet (ft)

Which instrument indicates the direction from which the wind is blowing?

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What is the instrument used to measure wind speed?

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

• Barometer

What unit is used to measure temperature?

• Degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F)

• Liters

• Miles

• Inches

What type of weather instrument is used to measure the amount of rain that has fallen over a specific time period?

• wind vane
• barometer
• wind vane
• rain gauge

What does a wind vane measure?

• Humidity of the wind

• Direction of the wind

• Speed of the wind

• Temperature of the wind

What is this thermometer indicating?

• Hot weather
• Low air pressure
• Cold temperatures
• High wind speeds