Weather and Climate Multiple Choice Questions

Which has the greatest effect on temperature in parts of the United States with a moderate climate?

• geographic location

• daily rainfall amounts

• changes in humidity levels

• number of large cities in the area

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which is most associated with a thunderstorm?

• low air pressure

• high air pressure

• winds blowing from the West

• winds blowing from the East

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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The weather forecaster for a local news station observes that the air pressure is rising. Which type of weather should be expected?

• clear

• cloudy

• humid

• rainy

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Sammie uses a hygrometer to collect data about the current weather. What does a hygrometer measure?

• temperature

• air pressure

• humidity

• wind speed

What kind of air can Francisco expect if the wind is out of the South?

• cool dry

• cool humid

• warm dry

• warm humid

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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This type of cloud is dark gray and produces continuous rain.

• Cumulus

• Stratus

• Cirrus

• Nimbostratus

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Rain, snow, sleet, and hail are all forms of _____

• precipitation

• evaporation

• condensation

• transpiration

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What type of weather will a low pressure system bring?

• sunny, no precipitation

• clear skies, cooler temperatures

• low humidity

• high humidity, warm temperatures, precipitation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What type of precipitation will form if cloud and air temperatures are below freezing?

• rain

• snow

• sleet

• hail

Which of the following phases of the Water Cycle is shown in #4 of the diagram below?

• evaporation

• condensation

• precipitation

• runoff

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4