Air Pressure and Winds - Practice Test 3

Attempt the quiz above first, then review every question with its correct answer and a short explanation below.

1. Q1.Khamsin is a hot wind in:

   • A.Egypt✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Libya
   • C.Tunisia
   • D.Algeria

   Explanation: Khamsin is a hot, dusty wind in Egypt.

2. Q2.Simoom is a hot wind found in:

   • A.Arabian Desert✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Kalahari
   • C.Gobi
   • D.Atacama

   Explanation: Simoom ('Poison Wind') blows in Arabia.

3. Q3.Brickfielder is a hot wind in:

   • A.Australia✓ Correct Answer
   • B.USA
   • C.Canada
   • D.New Zealand

   Explanation: It is a hot, dry wind in Southern Australia.

4. Q4.Norwester is a local storm in:

   • A.New Zealand and East India✓ Correct Answer
   • B.USA
   • C.Canada
   • D.Russia

   Explanation: Known as Kalbaisakhi in India/Bangladesh, and Norwester in NZ.

5. Q5.Pampero is a cold wind in:

   • A.Argentina (Pampas)✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Brazil
   • C.Chile
   • D.Mexico

   Explanation: It blows over the Pampas grasslands.

6. Q6.Zonda is a warm wind in:

   • A.Argentina (Andes)✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Alps
   • C.Rockies
   • D.Pyrenees

   Explanation: It blows down the eastern slope of Andes in Argentina.

7. Q7.Cyclones involve:

   • A.Low Pressure center, Inward spiraling winds✓ Correct Answer
   • B.High Pressure center, Outward winds
   • C.Straight winds
   • D.No winds

   Explanation: Cyclones have a Low-pressure core attracting winds inward.

8. Q8.Anticyclones involve:

   • A.High Pressure center, Outward winds✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Low Pressure center, Inward winds
   • C.Stormy weather
   • D.Rainfall

   Explanation: Anticyclones have High pressure and usually fair weather.

9. Q9.Tropical Cyclones in the Caribbean/Atlantic are called:

   • A.Hurricanes✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Typhoons
   • C.Cyclones
   • D.Willy-Willies

   Explanation: They are Hurricanes.

10. Q10.Tropical Cyclones in the China Sea are called:

    • A.Typhoons✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Hurricanes
    • C.Tornadoes
    • D.Cyclones

    Explanation: They are called Typhoons.

11. Q11.Tropical Cyclones in the Indian Ocean are called:

    • A.Cyclones✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Hurricanes
    • C.Typhoons
    • D.Tornadoes

    Explanation: Simply called Cyclones.

12. Q12.Tropical Cyclones in Australia are called:

    • A.Willy-Willies✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Typhoons
    • C.Hurricanes
    • D.Baguio

    Explanation: Willy-Willies is the term used.

13. Q13.Tornadoes are locally known as ___ in the USA.

    • A.Twisters✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Spinners
    • C.Gusts
    • D.Gales

    Explanation: Tornadoes are often called Twisters.

14. Q14.The scale used to measure the intensity of Tornadoes is:

    • A.Fujita Scale (Enhanced)✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Richter Scale
    • C.Mercalli Scale
    • D.Beaufort Scale

    Explanation: The Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale rates tornadoes.

15. Q15.Beaufort Scale is used to measure:

    • A.Wind Force / Speed✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Earthquake
    • C.Temperature
    • D.Pressure

    Explanation: It relates wind speed to observed conditions.

16. Q16.What is the 'Eye' of a cyclone?

    • A.Central region with calm, clear skies✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Outer ring with rain
    • C.Topmost layer
    • D.Windy edge

    Explanation: The Eye is calm and clear due to sinking air.

17. Q17.Tropical cyclones mostly form over:

    • A.Warm Oceans✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Cold Oceans
    • C.Landmasses
    • D.Mountains

    Explanation: They require warm water (above 27°C) as energy source.

18. Q18.Which pressure belt is called the 'Thermal Equator'?

    • A.Equatorial Low✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Subtropical High
    • C.Polar High
    • D.Subpolar Low

    Explanation: It roughly coincides with the Equatorial Low (ITCZ) where max heat is.

19. Q19.Which wind is responsible for rainfall in the Mediterranean region during winter?

    • A.Westerlies✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Trade Winds
    • C.Monsoons
    • D.Polar Winds

    Explanation: Shifting pressure belts bring Westerlies to the Mediterranean in winter.

20. Q20.The direction of wind is determined by:

    • A.Pressure Gradient and Coriolis Force✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Temperature only
    • C.Humidity only
    • D.Clouds

    Explanation: Pressure gradient drives it, Coriolis deflects it.