Monsoon, Cyclone and Anticyclone - Practice Test 4

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

1. Q1.Which monsoon branch is stronger?

   • A.Arabian Sea Branch✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Bay of Bengal Branch
   • C.Both equal
   • D.None

   Explanation: The Arabian Sea branch is larger and stronger.

2. Q2.Rainfall in Rajasthan is low because:

   • A.Aravallis are parallel to wind direction✓ Correct Answer
   • B.No winds blow there
   • C.It is too hot
   • D.No clouds form

   Explanation: The Aravalli range does not block the Arabian Sea branch winds, so they pass without raining.

3. Q3.Mawsynram receives high rainfall due to:

   • A.Funnel shaped hills (Khasi)✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Cyclones
   • C.Forests
   • D.River evaporation

   Explanation: The funnel shape traps moisture-laden clouds.

4. Q4.Which region of India receives rainfall in winter from Westerly disturbances?

   • A.Punjab and Haryana✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Kerala
   • C.Bengal
   • D.Odisha

   Explanation: Beneficial for wheat (Rabi) crops.

5. Q5.The zone where NE Trade winds and SE Trade winds meet is:

   • A.ITCZ✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Doldrums
   • C.Horse Latitude
   • D.Roaring Forties

   Explanation: Repeated concept: ITCZ.

6. Q6.Which cloud formation indicates an approaching cyclone?

   • A.Cirrus✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Stratus
   • C.Cumulus
   • D.Fog

   Explanation: Cirrus clouds often precede a warm front/cyclone.

7. Q7.Which of these is NOT an anticyclone feature?

   • A.Heavy rain✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Clear sky
   • C.High pressure
   • D.Calm wind

   Explanation: Anticyclones bring dry weather, not heavy rain.

8. Q8.Blocking Anticyclone refers to:

   • A.Stationary high pressure blocking storms✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Blocking rain
   • C.Blocking sun
   • D.Blocking wind

   Explanation: It blocks the normal movement of weather systems, causing heatwaves/cold spells.

9. Q9.What is the 'Fujiwhara Effect'?

   • A.Interaction between two cyclones✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Volcano effect
   • C.Tsunami effect
   • D.Earthquake effect

   Explanation: When two nearby cyclones orbit each other or merge.

10. Q10.The naming of cyclones in the Atlantic uses:

    • A.Alternating male and female names✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Animal names
    • C.Number only
    • D.Color names

    Explanation: Lists alternate between male and female names.

11. Q11.The calmest part of the hurricane is:

    • A.Eye✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Eyewall
    • C.Rainbands
    • D.Outflow

    Explanation: Repeated concept: Eye.

12. Q12.The term 'Monsoon' was first used by:

    • A.Arab navigators✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Greek scholars
    • C.Indian sailors
    • D.British

    Explanation: Arabs noticed the seasonal wind reversal for sailing.

13. Q13.Jet Streams generally blow from:

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

    Explanation: They are high altitude westerlies.

14. Q14.Which of these is a localized storm in Bengal?

    • A.Kalbaisakhi✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Loo
    • C.Mango Shower
    • D.Cherry Blossom

    Explanation: Occurs in April/May.

15. Q15.The average annual rainfall of India is approximately:

    • A.118-125 cm✓ Correct Answer
    • B.50 cm
    • C.200 cm
    • D.300 cm

    Explanation: Approximately 118 cm.

16. Q16.Which coast receives rainfall in winter?

    • A.Coromandel Coast (TN)✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Konkan Coast
    • C.Malabar Coast
    • D.Gujarat Coast

    Explanation: Due to North-East Monsoon.

17. Q17.The wind velocity in a tornado can reach:

    • A.300-500 km/h✓ Correct Answer
    • B.100 km/h
    • C.50 km/h
    • D.1000 km/h

    Explanation: Tornadoes have the highest wind speeds.

18. Q18.Cyclone Amphan (2020) was a:

    • A.Super Cyclonic Storm✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Depression
    • C.Tropical Storm
    • D.Tornado

    Explanation: It affected Bengal and Odisha severely.

19. Q19.The direction of spiral winds in an anticyclone is:

    • A.Outwards✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Inwards
    • C.Upwards
    • D.Stationary

    Explanation: High pressure pushes air outwards.

20. Q20.Which of these regions does not experience monsoons?

    • A.Europe✓ Correct Answer
    • B.South East Asia
    • C.East Africa
    • D.Australia (North)

    Explanation: Europe has a different climate system (Westerlies).