Climate and Weather Quiz

What are hills?

• Elevated areas of land, smaller than mountains

• A large, flat area of land

• A narrow strip of land connecting two larger areas

• A group of islands

What is an island?

• A mountain that erupts with lava

• A narrow strip of land connecting two larger areas

• A piece of land surrounded by water

• A large, flat area of land

What type of water do oceans have?

• Freshwater

• Saltwater

• Mineral water

• Distilled water

Which ocean is located to the east of the United States?

• Pacific Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

Which of the following is a characteristic of a canyon?

• High elevation

• Deep and narrow valley

• Large body of water

• Flat and wide plain

Which of the following is a characteristic of a continent?

• Deep and narrow valley

• High elevation

• Large landmass

• Large body of water

What causes earthquakes and volcanoes?

• Weather changes

• Tectonic plate movements

• Ocean currents

• Solar flares

Why is the Pacific Ring of Fire called that? What happens here?

• Earthquakes

• Active volcanoes

• Tectonic plates

• Tsunamis

What is the main cause of earthquakes in the Pacific Ring of Fire?

• Tectonic plate movements

• Ocean currents

• Wind patterns

• Solar flares

Which of the following is a characteristic of the Pacific Ring of Fire?

• High volcanic activity

• Low population density

• Stable weather patterns

• Minimal tectonic activity