
Geography and Temperature Changes Quiz

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Social Studies
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9th Grade
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TREY HOLGUIN
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
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
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
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
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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