2nd 9 Weeks Practice

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Science
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8th Grade
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Jaimee Pantel
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45 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What conditions are necessary for a hurricane to develop?
Warm ocean water, high pressure, and no wind shear
Warm ocean water, low pressure, and wind shear
Warm ocean water, low pressure, and no wind shear
Cold ocean water, high pressure, and wind shear
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does warm ocean water contribute to hurricane formation?
It creates high-pressure systems that build storms.
It evaporates quickly, providing energy for the storm.
It prevents wind shear from disrupting the storm.
It cools the atmosphere above the water.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What causes hurricanes to rotate?
Wind patterns in the troposphere
The Coriolis effect caused by Earth's rotation
The interaction of cold and warm air masses
Ocean currents moving in circular patterns
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of low-pressure systems in hurricane development?
They pull warm air upward, fueling the storm.
They block the storm from gaining strength.
They prevent moisture from entering the atmosphere.
They decrease evaporation over the ocean.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the eye wall in a hurricane?
It is the outer edge where winds are weakest.
It contains the most intense winds and rain in the hurricane.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following describes the relationship between ocean temperature and hurricane strength?
Warmer ocean water leads to weaker hurricanes.
Warmer ocean water causes hurricanes to strengthen.
Colder ocean water increases the evaporation needed for hurricanes.
Ocean temperature has no effect on hurricane strength.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What weather conditions are typically associated with a cold front?
Clear skies and mild weather
Light rain over a long period
Thunderstorms and heavy rain
Fog and drizzle
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
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