Understanding Weather and Clouds

What type of cloud is fluffy and white, often seen on a sunny day?

• Stratus

• Cumulus

• Cirrus

• Nimbus

Which process describes how clouds are formed in the sky?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Sublimation

How do clouds affect the weather during the day?

• They make it warmer by trapping heat.

• They make it cooler by blocking sunlight.

• They have no effect on the weather.

• They always cause rain.

Which type of cloud is most likely to bring thunderstorms?

• Cirrus

• Cumulonimbus

• Stratus

• Altostratus

What is a common effect of severe weather events like hurricanes?

• Increased sunshine

• Heavy rainfall and strong winds

• Calm and clear skies

• Decreased humidity

Which instrument is used to measure wind speed?

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Hygrometer

What type of cloud is thin and wispy, often seen high in the sky?

• Stratus

• Cumulus

• Cirrus

• Nimbus

Which weather instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Rain gauge

What happens to the temperature when a cold front passes through an area?

• It gets warmer.

• It gets colder.

• It stays the same.

• It becomes humid.

Which type of cloud covers the sky like a blanket and often brings steady rain?

• Stratus

• Cumulus

• Cirrus

• Cumulonimbus