METEOROLOGY • WEATHER FORCASTING

Title: Weather Definition

FCAT Questions

Directions: Read the passage, then answer the questions. Answer multiple choice questions by circling the letter of the answer that you select. Write your answer to the “Read, Think, and Explain” question on the lines provided.

1. Elements of weather do not include which of the following:

A. Precipitation
B. Humidity
C. Wind
D. Solar energy

Answer: D

2. Thermometers measure

A. The amount of moisture in the atmosphere
B. The amount of heat in the atmosphere
C. The amount of wind in the atmosphere
D. The amount of pressure in the atmosphere

Answer: B

3. Weather instruments include all of the following except ?

A. Doppler radar
B. Hydrometer
C. Spirometer
D. Sphygmomanometer

Answer: A