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Q1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

(i) What is weather?
(a) Average atmospheric conditions
(b) Long-term climate conditions
(c) Short-term atmospheric conditions
(d) Altitude variations

(ii) How does climate differ from weather?
(a) Climate is short-term, weather is long-term
(b) Climate is the average over a long period, weather is short-term
(c) They are the same
(d) Climate is only related to temperature

(iii) Which factor influences the climate of a place by causing a sea breeze during the day?
(a) Altitude
(b) Direction of the wind
(c) Distance from the Equator
(d) Humidity

(iv) What is the primary difference between weather and climate?
(a) Weather changes quickly, climate remains constant
(b) Weather is related to temperature only, climate considers multiple factors
(c) Climate changes frequently, weather remains constant
(d) Weather is a long-term condition, climate is short-term

(v) Which factor contributes to the daily range of temperature in desert climates?
(a) Altitude
(b) Humidity
(c) Distance from the Sea
(d) Direction of the Wind

Q2: Fill in the Blanks.

(i) The atmosphere is affected by the condition of ____________, ____________, wind, humidity, and rainfall.

(ii) The climate of a place remains the same for _________ years and may be hot, cold, rainy, or dry.

(iii) The main trees found in Equatorial climates include ebony, mahogany, and ____________.

(iv) In the Maritime climate, places located near the sea coast have a ____________ climate.

(v) The Tundra region is extremely cold as it is nearest to the ____________.

Q3: Match the Column.

Q4: True or False.

(i) Climate is a temporary state of atmospheric conditions.

(ii) The Tropic of Cancer divides India into two climatic zones.

(iii) Deserts have a moderate climate due to the presence of water bodies.

(iv) The Equatorial climate is characterized by extremely cold winters.

(v) The Mediterranean climate is found near the Arctic Circle.