Understanding Weather and Climate

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6th Grade
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Rachel Halper
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes the term "weather"?
The average temperature of a region over a year.
The state of the atmosphere at a specific place and time.
The amount of rainfall in a region over a decade.
The long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary difference between weather and climate?
Weather is observed over a long period, while climate changes daily.
Weather includes temperature and humidity, while climate does not.
Weather changes daily, while climate is the average over a long period.
Weather is specific to a region, while climate is global.
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a characteristic of a hurricane?
It forms over cold ocean waters.
It is characterized by strong winds and heavy rain.
It is a small, localized storm.
It only occurs in the Atlantic Ocean.
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What can cause a flood?
Excessive rain.
High temperatures.
Strong winds.
Low humidity.
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following statements is true about climate?
Climate is the same as weather.
Climate refers to short-term atmospheric conditions.
Climate is the average weather conditions over a long period.
Climate only includes temperature.
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
In which ocean are hurricanes known as typhoons?
Atlantic Ocean.
Northeast Pacific Ocean.
Northwest Pacific Ocean.
Indian Ocean.
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a factor included in the definition of weather?
Temperature.
Humidity.
Precipitation.
Soil type.
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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept
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