Seasons in the Philippines

Which of the following best describes “season”?

• day-to-day condition of the atmosphere in a particular place

• a particular period in a year

• predicting the weather

How many seasons do we have in the Philippines?

• 2

• 3

• 4

What are the seasons in the Philippines?

• wet and dry

• summer, fall and winter

• summer, winter, fall and autumn

How long is the dry season in the Philippines?

• January to June

• July to November

• December to May

How long is the wet season in the Philippines?

• June to November

• December to May

• January to June

Which of the following is the GOOD effect of “dry season” to people?

• There is a low chance of typhoon to enter in the country.

• Some watering holes and rivers dry up.

• People have less water to use.

Which of the following is the BAD effect of “dry season” to people?

• People can go to the beach.

• Less chance of rainfall.

• Farmers suffer due to drought.

How does “wet season” affect people?

• Families go on picnics.

• People suffer from water shortage.

• Floods destroy houses.

Which factor influences the season of the Philippines?

• Altitude

• Air mass

• Temperature

• Prevailing winds

The southwest monsoon that blows from the West Philippine Sea affects the climate of the Philippines. What does it bring to our country?

• Dry and cold air

• Warm and dry air

• Dry and humid air

• Heavy rains and typhoon