Geography and Temperature Changes Quiz

Geography and Temperature Changes Quiz

9th Grade

18 Qs

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Geography and Temperature Changes Quiz

Geography and Temperature Changes Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

9th Grade

Medium

DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Standards-aligned

Created by

TREY HOLGUIN

Used 13+ times

FREE Resource

18 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

Which city would have the most change in temperature from summer to winter based on its position on a continent?

San Francisco, CA

Wichita, KS

Virginia Beach, VA

Miami, FL

Answer explanation

Wichita, KS experiences significant temperature variations due to its inland location, leading to hotter summers and colder winters compared to coastal cities like San Francisco and Miami, which have milder climates.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary cause of earthquakes?

Movement of tectonic plates

Volcanic eruptions

Erosion

Weather changes

Answer explanation

The primary cause of earthquakes is the movement of tectonic plates. These plates shift and interact at their boundaries, leading to the release of energy that causes seismic activity.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of how humans adapt to cold climates?

Wearing insulated clothing

Building skyscrapers

Using solar panels

Planting tropical plants

Answer explanation

Wearing insulated clothing is a direct adaptation to cold climates, helping to retain body heat. The other options do not specifically address cold climate adaptation.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Based on the information provided in this map, which statement is accurate?

The largest desert stretches from West Africa through much of Southwestern Asia.

South America is connected to Antarctica by a narrow land bridge.

The world's largest icecap is located in Northern Europe.

Most mountainous climates are located on the eastern borders of the continents.

Answer explanation

The correct statement identifies the largest desert, the Sahara, which indeed stretches from West Africa into Southwestern Asia. The other statements are inaccurate regarding geographical connections and locations.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

The map above shows the major climate zones on Earth. The primary factor controlling these climate zones is

latitude

solar time

elevation

longitude

Answer explanation

The primary factor controlling climate zones is latitude, as it determines the angle and intensity of sunlight received at different locations on Earth, influencing temperature and weather patterns.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

According to the Climographs, which country has a desert climate?

Chile

Finland

Canada

Russia

Answer explanation

Chile has a desert climate, particularly in the Atacama Desert region, characterized by low precipitation and high temperatures. In contrast, Finland, Canada, and Russia have colder climates with more precipitation.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of flooding?

Increased tourism

Displacement of people

Contamination of water supplies

Damage to infrastructure

Answer explanation

Increased tourism is not a consequence of flooding; rather, flooding typically leads to negative impacts like displacement of people, contamination of water supplies, and damage to infrastructure.

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