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What are two main factors that determine climate?
temperature and wind
wind and precipitation
temperature and precipitation
air pressure and humidity
2
An air mass that forms in a polar region and flows over an area is going to bring _________ temperatures.
warmer
colder
dry
moist
3
Why do the temperatures in City A remain pretty constant during the year while the temps in City B vary?
City B is at a higher latitude than City A receiving more sunlight
City A is at a lower latitude than City B making it warmer in the day.
City A is closer to the ocean than City B moderating the weather
4
Which factors would contribute to the fact that Montana is cooler than Florida?
2 and 5
1, 2, and 3
3 and 4
5
What kind of climate would you expect to find on the windward side of the mountain? Position S
wet
mild
tropical
dry
6
What type of climate would likely be near cold ocean currents?
mild with cooler weather than similar latitudes
hot and humid with lots of rain
dry and hot
mild with warmer weather than similar latitudes
7
Which climate does the Gulf Stream cause?
It brings warm moist air to the eastern shoreline of North America
It causes droughts along the eastern shoreline of North America
It causes heat waves along the the eastern shoreline of North America
8
Which zones on the map are most likely to have a temperate climate (warm summers and cold winters)?
1 and 6
1, 2, and 3
3 and 4
2 and 5
9
The table shows the daily temps in F. Based on this data, identify the climate zone this area is most likely located?
equatorial
tropical
polar
temperate
10
Polar regions experience colder climates because it receives the least amount of solar radiation.
True
False
11
Using the data in the table, which statement compares the temps at the highest points on the mountain ranges?
Great North Mtn is warmer than Spruce Mtn because it has a lower elevation
Spruce Mtn is warmer than Cooper Mtn because it has a higer elevation
12
Which location will most likely have the coldest average temperature in December and why?
Location Y because it is not located near a large body of water
Location X because it is near an ocean
Location Z because it is the highest latitude
13
Why are deserts commonly found at 30 degrees South?
Warm air near the equator rises and falls as rain leaving cool/dry air
The Sun's rays strike most directly at 30 degrees making warm air sink
14
How do some ocean currents affect the climate of coastal areas in the US?
Warm and cold curents mix and form waves
Warm water flows from polar regions and warms coastal regions.
Warm water flows from the equator and warms coastal areas.
15
Which statement best explains the difference in temperature between the Sequoia Forest and Death Valley, a desert?
Warm moist air rises over the mountain and rains on the opposite side.
Warm moist air rises near the ocean and rains while the other side is dry.
