How The Ocean Keeps Climate

What is known about the climate in Minneapolis?

• It has a tropical climate.

• It is similar to the climate in Seattle.

• It experiences cold winters and hot summers.

• It has a stable climate throughout the year.

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What factor contributes to Seattle's stable climate?

• Its dense urban environment.

• Its proximity to the ocean.

• Its high altitude.

• Its location in the middle of North America.

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How does the average temperature range in Seattle compare to Minneapolis?

• The text does not provide this information.

• Minneapolis has a wider temperature range.

• Both cities have similar temperature ranges.

• Seattle has a wider temperature range.

Why does Minneapolis experience more extreme temperatures than Seattle?

• Because it is located near the ocean.

• Because it is far from the ocean.

• Because of its dense population.

• Because of its higher altitude.

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What is the average temperature in Seattle in January?

• -4.6°C (24°F)

• 28°C (83°F)

• 8.4°C (47°F)

• 24.3°C (76°F)

How does water's ability to store energy compare to land's?

• Water and land store energy at the same rate.

• The text does not provide this information.

• Land stores more energy before changing temperature.

• Water stores more energy before changing temperature.

What effect does the ocean have on Seattle's climate?

• It causes extreme temperatures.

• It keeps the climate from getting too extreme.

• It makes the climate similar to Minneapolis.

• It has no significant effect.

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Which city has an average temperature of 28°C (83°F) in July?

• Neither city

• Both cities

• Minneapolis

• Seattle

____________________ is the term for weather conditions at a particular location over a long period of time.

• Climate

• Weather

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Why is planting trees important for fighting climate change?

• Trees produce oxygen and take in carbon dioxide

• Trees can walk to cooler places

• Trees make the Earth spin slower

• Trees attract rain

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