Science Final Exam Review

What impact do the westerlies have on the weather on the West Coast of the United States?

• The westerlies carry moisture over the west coast.

• The westerlies bring dry air to the west coast.

• The westerlies cause extreme heat on the west coast.

• The westerlies have no effect on the west coast weather.

Look at the line graph. What happens to the temperature of Boone from January 15 to the 17th?

• The temperatures drop below 20°F.

• The temperatures rise above 60°F.

• The temperatures stay the same.

• The temperatures increase steadily.

Which of the following best describes the pattern of the jet stream as it would flow across the globe?

• The jet stream flows in a wavy, curved pattern across the globe.

• The jet stream flows straight from north to south.

• The jet stream moves in a zigzag up and down.

• The jet stream stays in one place.

When it is summer in the northern hemisphere, it is winter in the southern hemisphere. What explains this?

• The Earth's tilt causes different hemispheres to receive different amounts of sunlight.

• The Earth's distance from the Sun changes.

• The Moon blocks sunlight from one hemisphere.

• The Earth's rotation stops during winter.

Which area receives the most direct sunlight?

• 0° (Equator)

• 90°N

• 60°N

• 30°S

Which area receives the least amount of direct sunlight?

• 90°N

• 30°S

• 0° (Equator)

• 30°N

What phenomenon is most likely responsible for the circulation of the ocean currents patterns?

• Coriolis Effect

• Greenhouse Effect

• Photosynthesis

• Plate Tectonics

The jet stream moves across the U.S. from west to east. How does the jet stream help to predict weather patterns?

• The jet stream separates cold northern air from warm southern air.

• The jet stream causes earthquakes.

• The jet stream increases ocean tides.

• The jet stream blocks sunlight.

Which global wind is primarily responsible for controlling the weather of the United States?

• Easterlies

• Trade winds

• Westerlies

• Polar winds

How does the Gulf Stream affect the weather on the East Coast of the United States?

• It brings cold air and water from the Arctic.

• It moves very warm air and water from the Gulf of Mexico.

• It causes heavy rainfall all year long.

• It creates strong tornadoes.