Monsoon, Cyclone and Anticyclone - Practice Test 3

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

1. Q1.Tropical Cyclones generally move from:

   • A.West to East
   • B.East to West✓ Correct Answer
   • C.North to South
   • D.Stationary

   Explanation: Driven by Trade Winds, they move East to West.

2. Q2.Which cyclone devastated Odisha in 1999?

   • A.Super Cyclone✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Phailin
   • C.Fani
   • D.Amphan

   Explanation: The 1999 Odisha cyclone was a Super Cyclonic Storm.

3. Q3.Who names the cyclones in the Indian Ocean region?

   • A.USA
   • B.A group of 13 countries (WMO/ESCAP)✓ Correct Answer
   • C.UN only
   • D.India only

   Explanation: Member countries (India, Bangladesh, Maldives, etc.) contribute names sequentially.

4. Q4.The energy of a Tropical Cyclone comes from:

   • A.Solar radiation directly
   • B.Latent heat of condensation✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Wind friction
   • D.Tides

   Explanation: Condensation of moisture releases latent heat, powering the storm.

5. Q5.Tropical cyclones dissipate (die out) when they reach:

   • A.Land✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Warm ocean
   • C.Equator
   • D.Deep sea

   Explanation: Landfall cuts off the moisture supply, starving the storm of energy.

6. Q6.Which Indian state is most prone to cyclones?

   • A.Gujarat
   • B.Odisha✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Kerala
   • D.Punjab

   Explanation: The Odisha coast faces frequent cyclones from the Bay of Bengal.

7. Q7.The retreat of the monsoon begins in which month?

   • A.August
   • B.September/October✓ Correct Answer
   • C.December
   • D.June

   Explanation: The withdrawal starts from NW India in September.

8. Q8.October Heat is associated with:

   • A.Retreating Monsoon season✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Winter season
   • C.Summer season
   • D.Spring

   Explanation: High temperature and humidity after monsoon rains cease causes uncomfortable heat.

9. Q9.In meteorology, a 'Depression' refers to:

   • A.An area of Low Pressure✓ Correct Answer
   • B.An area of High Pressure
   • C.A valley
   • D.A cloud type

   Explanation: Depressions are low-pressure systems that can intensify into cyclones.

10. Q10.Which of these is NOT a requirement for Tropical Cyclone formation?

    • A.Warm sea surface (>27°C)
    • B.Coriolis force
    • C.High humidity
    • D.Cold ocean currents✓ Correct Answer

    Explanation: Cold currents inhibit cyclone formation; warm water is needed.

11. Q11.The wind speed in a Super Cyclone is:

    • A.> 220 km/h✓ Correct Answer
    • B.60 km/h
    • C.100 km/h
    • D.150 km/h

    Explanation: Super Cyclonic Storms have winds exceeding 220 km/h.

12. Q12.Bomb Cyclone refers to:

    • A.A rapidly intensifying storm (pressure drop)✓ Correct Answer
    • B.A volcanic explosion
    • C.A nuclear test
    • D.A slow storm

    Explanation: Bombogenesis is a rapid drop in pressure (24 mb in 24 hours).

13. Q13.Typhoon Haiyan affected which country?

    • A.Philippines✓ Correct Answer
    • B.India
    • C.USA
    • D.Australia

    Explanation: It was one of the strongest tropical cyclones to strike the Philippines (2013).

14. Q14.Hurricane Katrina devastated which city?

    • A.New Orleans✓ Correct Answer
    • B.New York
    • C.Miami
    • D.Los Angeles

    Explanation: It caused massive flooding in New Orleans in 2005.

15. Q15.The direction of winds in an anticyclone in the Southern Hemisphere is:

    • A.Anti-clockwise✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Clockwise
    • C.Straight
    • D.Vertical

    Explanation: Opposite to North; it is Anti-clockwise in South.

16. Q16.Which instrument detects the direction of a cyclone?

    • A.Radar / Satellite✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Thermometer
    • C.Rain Gauge
    • D.Hygrometer

    Explanation: Weather radars and satellites track cyclone movement.

17. Q17.The shape of a temperate cyclone is usually:

    • A.Inverted V or Oval✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Circular
    • C.Square
    • D.Triangular

    Explanation: They are often elliptical or inverted V shaped due to fronts.

18. Q18.Tropical cyclones are absent in:

    • A.South Atlantic✓ Correct Answer
    • B.North Atlantic
    • C.North Pacific
    • D.Indian Ocean

    Explanation: Due to cool waters and high wind shear, they are rare in the South Atlantic.

19. Q19.What is a 'Storm Surge'?

    • A.Abnormal rise of sea level during a cyclone✓ Correct Answer
    • B.High tide
    • C.Tsunami
    • D.Heavy rain

    Explanation: Low pressure and winds push seawater onto land causing flooding.

20. Q20.Which of these is a correct pair?

    • A.Hurricane - Atlantic✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Typhoon - Indian Ocean
    • C.Cyclone - Pacific
    • D.Willy-Willy - USA

    Explanation: Hurricanes occur in the Atlantic. Typhoons in Pacific. Cyclones in Indian.