World Climate Zones
Geography ⇒ World Geography
World Climate Zones starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how human activities can influence climate zones.
Describe the main characteristics of the savanna climate.
Describe the main differences between the tropical and temperate climate zones.
Describe the main features of the continental climate.
Explain how ocean currents affect the climate of coastal regions.
Explain the impact of latitude on the distribution of world climate zones.
Explain the main characteristics of the Mediterranean climate.
Explain why mountain regions often have different climate zones at different elevations.
Explain why the climate of a place near the sea is different from that of a place far from the sea.
Explain why the equator receives more sunlight than the poles.
Name two major factors that influence the climate of a region.
The equatorial region is mainly characterized by which type of climate? (1) Hot and dry, (2) Hot and wet, (3) Cold and dry, (4) Cold and wet
What is the main difference between weather and climate?
What is the main reason for the formation of deserts?
Which climate zone is most suitable for growing wheat and maize? (1) Tropical, (2) Temperate, (3) Polar, (4) Desert
Which of the following best describes the climate of the Amazon Basin? (1) Hot and dry, (2) Hot and wet, (3) Cold and dry, (4) Mild and wet
Which of the following best describes the climate of the tundra region? (1) Hot and humid, (2) Cold and dry, (3) Warm and wet, (4) Mild and rainy
Which of the following best explains why coastal areas have milder climates than inland areas? (1) Proximity to mountains, (2) Influence of ocean currents, (3) Higher altitude, (4) More rainfall
Which of the following countries is located in the tropical climate zone? (1) Canada, (2) Brazil, (3) Russia, (4) Norway
Which of the following is a characteristic of the polar climate? (1) High temperatures, (2) Long daylight in summer, (3) Heavy rainfall, (4) Dense forests
