Equatorial and Hot Desert Climates Quiz

What is the typical annual temperature range in an equatorial climate?

• 5°C

• 15°C

• 25°C

• 32°C

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of hot desert climates?

• Very hot days

• Cold nights

• High levels of humidity

• Low and irregular rainfall

What type of rainfall is most common in equatorial regions?

• Orographic rainfall

• Frontal rainfall

• Convectional rainfall

• Cyclonic rainfall

In hot desert climates, what causes the large temperature difference between day and night?

• Proximity to the sea

• Lack of cloud cover

• High altitude

• Ocean currents

Which factor is most important in determining global temperature patterns?

• Ocean currents

• Altitude

• Latitude

• Cloud cover

What is the average annual rainfall in many equatorial regions?

• Less than 500 mm

• Between 500-1000 mm

• Between 1000-1500 mm

• Over 2000 mm

Which of the following is a characteristic of equatorial climates?

• Distinct seasons

• Low humidity

• Variable cloud cover

• Strong winds within forests

What is the primary cause of low rainfall in hot desert regions?

• Low pressure systems

• High pressure systems

• Cold ocean currents

• Mountain barriers

How does proximity to the sea affect coastal climates?

• It causes extreme temperature fluctuations

• It leads to higher rainfall in deserts

• It moderates temperature extremes

• It increases wind speeds significantly

What is the average decrease in temperature with increasing altitude?

• 5°C per km

• 10°C per km

• 15°C per km

• 20°C per km