Clouds & Precipitation Quiz

Which type of cloud is typically associated with thunderstorms?

• Cirrus

• Cumulonimbus

• Stratus

• Altostratus

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What is the primary process by which precipitation forms in clouds?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Deposition

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Given the following weather data: "Temperature: 15°C, Humidity: 85%, Cloud Type: Stratus," what type of precipitation is most likely to occur?

• Snow

• Hail

• Drizzle

• Sleet

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Analyze the following weather report: "A cold front is approaching, and cumulonimbus clouds are forming." What weather conditions should you expect?

• Clear skies

• Light rain

• Thunderstorms

• Fog

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Explain how the water cycle contributes to the formation of clouds and precipitation.

• The water cycle involves the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth. Evaporation from water bodies and transpiration from plants add water vapor to the atmosphere. This vapor cools and condenses to form clouds, which eventually leads to precipitation.

• The water cycle is a process where water is absorbed by plants and animals, which then release it back into the atmosphere through respiration.

• The water cycle is a process where water is only evaporated from oceans and does not involve any other sources.

• The water cycle is a process where water is stored in glaciers and does not return to the atmosphere.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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Using your knowledge of cloud types and weather patterns, predict the weather for a region experiencing high cirrus clouds and low humidity.

• Heavy rain

• Clear skies

• Snow

• Fog

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Compose an argumentative text discussing whether cumulonimbus clouds are more likely to form in tropical or polar regions. Use genre characteristics and craft to support your argument.

• Cumulonimbus clouds are more likely to form in tropical regions due to the higher temperatures and humidity levels, which provide the necessary conditions for the development of these clouds. In contrast, polar regions have lower temperatures and less moisture, making it less likely for cumulonimbus clouds to form.

• Cumulonimbus clouds are equally likely to form in both tropical and polar regions because cloud formation is not dependent on temperature or humidity.

• Cumulonimbus clouds are more likely to form in polar regions due to the unique atmospheric conditions present there.

• Cumulonimbus clouds do not form in either tropical or polar regions.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

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Investigate and explain the impact of climate change on cloud formation and precipitation patterns over the past century.

• Climate change has led to an increase in global temperatures, which has resulted in more evaporation and, consequently, more cloud formation and precipitation. This has caused changes in weather patterns, including more frequent and intense storms.

• Climate change has had no impact on cloud formation and precipitation patterns.

• Climate change has led to a decrease in global temperatures, which has resulted in less evaporation and, consequently, less cloud formation and precipitation.

• Climate change has only affected cloud formation in polar regions and has had no impact on other areas.

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