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1. Where would the greatest change in temperatures occur?
A. between daytime and nighttime temperatures at the North Carolina coast
B. between daytime and nighttime temperatures in central North Carolina
C. between summer and winter temperatures at the North Carolina coast
D. between summer and winter temperatures in central North Carolina
D. between summer and winter temperatures in central North Carolina
100
Where in the world do hurricanes most often form?
A. near the equator in the Atlantic Ocean
B. near the north pole in the Arctic Ocean
C. near the south pole in the Pacific Ocean
D. near the equator in the Mediterranean Sea
A. near the equator in the Atlantic Ocean
100
Johnny has written in his weather journal that it has been hot and dry the last few days. The weather forecast is for another hot, dry air mass to enter the area. Which will Johnny most likely observe when the air mass arrives?
A. days of continuous rain
B. thunderstorms with hail
C. clear skies with few clouds
D. an increase in cirrus clouds
C. clear skies with few clouds
100
Which best describes the Gulf Stream?
A. an ocean current which originates in the Gulf of Mexico and causes warm water to travel up the east coast of the United States
B. an ocean current which originates in the Gulf of Mexico and causes cool water to travel up the east coast of the United States
C. an ocean current which originates in the Gulf of Mexico and causes warm water to travel down the east coast of Mexico
D. an ocean current which originates in the Gulf of Mexico and causes cool water to travel down the east coast of Mexico
A. an ocean current which originates in the Gulf of Mexico and causes warm water to travel up the east coast of the United States
100
Wind always travels from areas of Low pressure to High pressure.
true
false
False:
wind always travels from an area of High pressure to an area of Low pressure.
200
Study the graph and map that display today’s temperatures in Miami, Florida and Toronto, Canda. Which explanation best explains the difference of temperature between the two cities?
A. Miami is at a higher elevation so the temperatures in Miami are typically hotter.
B. Toronto is at a higher elevation so the temperatures in Toronto are typically hotter.
C. Miami is closer to the equator, so the temperatures in Miami are typically hotter.
D. Toronto is closer to the equator, so the temperatures in Toronto are typically hotter.
C. Miami is closer to the equator, so the temperatures in Miami are typically hotter.
200
A. Day 1
B. Day 2
C. Day 4
D. Day 5
A. Day 1
200
The local meteorologist predicted a warm front would be moving in over the area. Which type of clouds would most likely follow a warm front?
A. cumulonimbus
B. cumulus
C. stratus
D. cirrus
C. stratus
200
Which is most likely an effect of the Gulf Stream?
A. milder winters in North Carolina
B. heavy rains in California
C. severe drought in Australia
A. milder winters in North Carolina
200
Because the Low Pressure area is over the land during the day, which way does the wind blow.
A. from the ocean to the land (ocean breeze)
B. along the coastline
C. from the land to the ocean (land breeze)
D. east to west
A. from the ocean to the land (ocean breeze)
300
What is the difference between the high and low temperatures in Miami on the graph?
A. 9 degrees
B. 8 degrees
C. 38 degrees
D. 79 degrees
A. 9 degrees
300
It is sunny with a temperature of 68°F, but a weather report shows a drop in the barometric pressure. Which is most likely the change of weather that is expected?
A. mostly sunny and no wind
B. mostly sunny and windy
C. rainy and no wind
D. rainy and windy
D. rainy and windy
300
Jalen observes rain changing over to snow. Which is most likely the temperature outside?
A. 20°F
B. 32°F
C. 44°F
D. 51°F
B. 32°F
300
How does the Gulf Stream affect weather conditions along the eastern coast of the United States?
A. The Gulf Stream causes temperatures to decrease.
B. The Gulf Stream causes temperatures to increase.
C. The Gulf Stream causes more overcast skies.
B. The Gulf Stream causes temperatures to increase.
300
C. differences in the temperature of land and ocean
400
If precipitation was predicted in Miami today what type of precipitation would most likely be predicted?
A. snow
B. sleet
C. rain
D. evaporation
C. rain
400
Which has the greatest effect on temperature in parts of the United States with a moderate climate?
A. geographic location
B. daily rainfall amounts
C. changes in humidity levels
D. number of large cities in the area
A. geographic location
400
Which type of cloud is most often visible during fair weather?
A. altostratus
B. cirrus
C. cumulonimbus
D. stratus
B. cirrus
400
A. a left front
B. a stationary front
C. a warm front
D. A cold front
D. A cold front
400
What is the Coriolis Effect and how does it affect global winds?
A. The Coriolis Effect is the uneven heating of the earth, causing winds to curve right in the Northern Hemisphere and left in the Southern Hemisphere.
B. The Coriolis Effect is the equator vertically splitting the earth and causing winds to curve right in the Northern Hemisphere and left in the Southern Hemisphere.
C. The Coriolis Effect is the apparent curving of winds due to the Earth's rotation, causing winds to curve right in the Northern Hemisphere and left in the Southern Hemisphere.
D. The Coriolis Effect is the magnetic field of the earth, causing winds to curve right in the Northern Hemisphere and left in the Southern Hemisphere.
C. The Coriolis Effect is the apparent curving of winds due to the Earth's rotation, causing winds to curve right in the Northern Hemisphere and left in the Southern Hemisphere.
500
How does cloud cover affect the temperatures in a particular area during the day and at night?
A. Cloud cover will make the temperatures cooler during the day and at night.
B. Cloud cover will make the temperatures warmer during the day and at night.
C. Cloud cover will make the temperatures cooler during the day and warmer at night.
D. Cloud cover will make the temperatures warmer during the day and cooler at night
C. Cloud cover will make the temperatures cooler during the day and warmer at night.
500
Which explains why an area may have strong winds on Monday morning and no winds later in the day or on a future day?
A. the continuous rotation of Earth
B. an uneven heating of Earth’s surface
C. a constant change in Earth’s climate
D. the condensation of moisture in Earth’s atmosphere
B. an uneven heating of Earth’s surface
500
A cold front will move through Raleigh late Wednesday afternoon. Which type of weather conditions will Raleigh most likely experience during that time?
A. cooler temperatures Tuesday, clear skies late Wednesday, and warm temperatures on Thursday
B. warmer temperatures Tuesday, clear skies late Wednesday, and cooler temperatures on Thursday
C. warmer temperatures Tuesday, stormy weather late Wednesday, and cooler temperatures on Thursday
D. cooler temperatures Tuesday, stormy weather late Wednesday, and warmer temperatures on Thursday
C. warmer temperatures Tuesday, stormy weather late Wednesday, and cooler temperatures on Thursday
500
A. Cold, Cloudy and Rainy
B. Warm, Cloudy and Rainy
C. Cold, Sunny and Clear Skies
D. Warm, Sunny and Clear Skies
B. Warm, Cloudy and Rainy
500
Name the three main types of global winds.
A) Trade winds, Westerlies, Polar Easterlies
B) North winds, West winds, South winds
C) Gulf winds, Jet streams, Gyres
D) counter clockwise, clockwise, easterlies, westerlies
A) Trade winds, Westerlies, Polar Easterlies