9.2 Britain's Climate Quiz

What are the characteristics of Britain's climate?

• Cool summers and mild winters

• Hot summers and cold winters

• Dry summers and wet winters

• Humid summers and dry winters

What causes the cool summers in Britain?

• Proximity to the Equator

• Prevailing wind from the cool sea

• High altitude

• Lack of rainfall

Which type of rain is caused when warm air is forced to rise over cold air?

• Frontal rain

• Relief rain

• Convectional rain

• Monsoon rain

Which of the following regions has a climate similar to Britain?

• Sahara Desert

• Amazon Basin, Brazil

• North-west USA and west Canada

• Kenya

What is the total annual rainfall in Britain?

• 600 mm

• 700 mm

• 800 mm

• 900 mm

What is the total rainfall for May?

• 8 mm

• 80 mm

• 800 mm

• 90 mm

What is the highest temperature in the summer months?

• 145 mm

• 17.5 ⋄C

• 16 ⋄F

• 17.5 ⋄F

Which of the following statements is correct about the British climate?

• Summers are hot because the sun is overhead.

• Winters are mild due to warm winds blowing from the sea.

• Rain falls all year because Britain is near to the Equator.

• Britain gets frontal and relief rainfall all year, and convectional rainfall in summer.