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    The lowest rainfall in Vancouver, British Colombia happens in 

    • April
    • July
    • December
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  • 2. 

    It hardly rains in Tindouf, Algeria

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Tindouf, Algeria is located in the Sahara Desert, which is known for its arid climate. The region receives very little rainfall throughout the year, making it unlikely for rain to occur frequently in Tindouf. Therefore, the statement that it hardly rains in Tindouf, Algeria is true.

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  • 3. 

    July in Yakutsk is around

    • 15 degrees

    • 25 degrees

    • 30 degrees

    • -5 degrees

    Correct Answer
    A. 15 degrees
    Explanation
    In July, the temperature in Yakutsk is around 15 degrees.

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  • 4. 

    The lowest rainfall in Vancouver, British Colombia, happens at the same time as the 

    • Highest temperature

    • Lowest temperature

    Correct Answer
    A. Highest temperature
    Explanation
    In Vancouver, British Columbia, the lowest rainfall occurs at the same time as the highest temperature. This suggests that there is a correlation between high temperatures and low rainfall in this region. It is possible that the high temperatures create dry conditions, leading to less precipitation. This could be due to factors such as increased evaporation or the presence of high-pressure systems that prevent moisture from forming into rain clouds.

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  • 5. 

    The month with the highest rainfall in Iquitos, Peru is 

    • January

    • December

    • July

    • March

    Correct Answer
    A. March
    Explanation
    In Iquitos, Peru, the month with the highest rainfall is March. This could be due to several factors such as the region's climate patterns or geographical location. It is possible that March is part of the rainy season in Iquitos, when weather conditions are more favorable for precipitation. Additionally, other months may have lower rainfall due to factors like dry seasons or less frequent weather systems.

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  • 6. 

    Yakutsk, Russia, is warmer than London, England (Make sure you check the numbers on the graphs, they are not all the same!)

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because Yakutsk, Russia, is actually colder than London, England. This can be inferred from the given information that Yakutsk, Russia, is warmer than London, England.

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  • 7. 

    If you were going to Iquitos, Peru, you'd need to take warm clothes

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that if you were going to Iquitos, Peru, you would need to take warm clothes. However, Iquitos is located in the Amazon rainforest, which has a tropical climate. Therefore, it is not necessary to take warm clothes when traveling to Iquitos, Peru.

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  • 8. 

    Compare Yakutsk, Russia, with McMurdo, Antarctica. What similarities or differences can you observe between these two climates?

    • They both have low annual rainfall

    • The temperature rises in Yakutsk, at the same time as it falls in McMurdo

    • The temperature is the same in both places

    • They both have temperatures that go far lower than 0 degrees

    • They are both warm sometimes

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. They both have low annual rainfall
    A. The temperature rises in Yakutsk, at the same time as it falls in McMurdo
    A. They both have temperatures that go far lower than 0 degrees
    Explanation
    Yakutsk, Russia, and McMurdo, Antarctica, have several similarities and differences in their climates. Firstly, both places have low annual rainfall. Additionally, the temperature in Yakutsk rises while it falls in McMurdo, indicating opposite seasonal patterns. Furthermore, both locations experience extremely low temperatures that go far below 0 degrees. However, the statement that they are both warm sometimes is incorrect, as both Yakutsk and McMurdo are known for their cold climates.

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  • 9. 

    Compare Iquitos, Peru with Barrow, Alaska. What similiarities or differences can you observe between these two climates?

    • Iquitos has a much higher rainfall than Barrow

    • Iquitos has a higher rainfall variation (more difference between highest and lowest) than Barrow

    • They both have a very similar temperature pattern

    • Barrow is hot in summer and in winter

    • Barrow is cold in summer and below freezing in winter

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Iquitos has a much higher rainfall than Barrow
    A. Iquitos has a higher rainfall variation (more difference between highest and lowest) than Barrow
    A. Barrow is cold in summer and below freezing in winter
    Explanation
    Iquitos, Peru has a much higher rainfall than Barrow, Alaska. This means that Iquitos receives more precipitation throughout the year compared to Barrow. Additionally, Iquitos has a higher rainfall variation, indicating that there is a greater difference between the highest and lowest levels of rainfall in Iquitos compared to Barrow. On the other hand, Barrow experiences cold temperatures in both summer and winter, with winter temperatures dropping below freezing.

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  • 10. 

    Considering the different factors that affect climate (distance from the equator, which hemisphere you are in, and so on) what do you think are the reasons for these similarities and differences?

  • 11. 

    Considering what you know about climate, what do you think are the reasons for these similarities and differences?

  • 12. 

    Compare the climate graphs from the southern and northern hemispheres, and then near the equator. What patterns can you observe in the temperature between the different hemispheres? Why do you think this might be? (Try to write at least a paragraph here!)

  • 13. 

    Compare the climate graphs as you get further from and nearer to the equator. What patterns can you observe in the rainfall between the different hemispheres? Why do you think this is? 

  • 14. 

    (Extend your thinking!) Are there any anomalies (places that don't fit in with the usual pattern)? What factors do you think might be affecting these places?

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