Climate Quiz

What is the imaginary line that divides Earth into the Northern Hemisphere/North Pole and the Southern Hemisphere/South Pole?

• Arctic Circle

• Equator

What type of climate is typically hot and dry year round?

• Tropical Climate

• Desert Climate

Which climate zone is known for having four distinct seasons: winter, spring, summer, and fall?

• Tropical Climate

• Temperate Climate

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The Arctic and Antarctic regions are examples of which type of climate?

• Polar Climate

• Mediterranean Climate

The area near the equator receives more direct sunlight. This is why it tends to have a __ climate.

• Tropical

• Desert

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the term for the average weather conditions in a place over a long period of time?

• Climate

• Weather

Region near the equator with calm winds, warm weather, and frequent rain.

• Tundra

• Tropical Rainforest

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Areas within the climate zones may have different climates.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Climates may differ depending on how high the land is.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Climate depends on

• latitude

• animal habitats

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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