A cloud that forms at ground level

Solid pieces of ice falling from clouds

Exploring Weather and Seasons

Science

This set of questions tests knowledge of fundamental weather phenomena and the characteristics of Earth's four seasons, aligned with elementary school science curricula.

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20 Questions Medium Ages 7+ Sep 5, 2026

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1 What causes wind?

A The Earth spinning on its axis
B The movement of clouds
C Differences in air pressure
D The sun heating the moon

2 Which season is typically the hottest in Australia?

A Autumn
B Winter
C Spring
D Summer

3 What is precipitation?

A When the sun shines brightly
B Water falling from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface
C The process of evaporation
D A type of cloud formation

4 During which season do leaves on many deciduous trees change colour and fall off?

A Spring
B Summer
C Autumn
D Winter

5 What instrument is used to measure temperature?

A Barometer
B Anemometer
C Rain gauge
D Thermometer

6 What is a large, swirling storm with strong winds and heavy rain called?

A Drought
B Tornado
C Hurricane (or Cyclone in Australia)
D Blizzard

7 Which season is characterized by longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures in the Southern Hemisphere?

A Winter
B Autumn
C Spring
D Summer

8 What is fog?

A Ice crystals in the air
B A cloud that forms at ground level
C Steam rising from hot ground
D Tiny pieces of dust in the air

9 In which season would you most likely see snow in parts of Australia (like the Australian Alps)?

A Spring
B Summer
C Autumn
D Winter

10 What is the process called when water turns from a liquid into a gas (water vapour)?

A Condensation
B Precipitation
C Evaporation
D Collection

11 Which season in the Southern Hemisphere is known for new growth and blooming flowers?

A Winter
B Summer
C Autumn
D Spring

12 What do we call the amount of water vapour in the air?

A Temperature
B Humidity
C Air pressure
D Wind speed

13 Which season typically brings shorter days and cooler temperatures to the Southern Hemisphere?

A Summer
B Autumn
C Spring
D Winter

14 What is a barometer used to measure?

A Wind speed
B Air pressure
C Temperature
D Rainfall

15 What is the main cause of the different seasons on Earth?

A The Earth is closer to the Sun in summer
B The Earth's tilt on its axis as it orbits the Sun
C The Moon's gravitational pull
D Changes in the Sun's brightness

16 What is hail?

A Soft, fluffy snow
B Solid pieces of ice falling from clouds
C Tiny water droplets that float
D Frozen rain

17 In the Southern Hemisphere, when does Autumn typically occur?

A December to February
B March to May
C June to August
D September to November

18 What is an anemometer used to measure?

A The amount of rain
B The direction of the wind
C The speed of the wind
D The temperature of the air

19 What phenomenon involves a flash of light in the sky, followed by thunder?

A Rainbow
B Aurora
C Lightning
D Mirage

20 Which season in the Southern Hemisphere is generally characterized by the leaves changing colour and falling from trees?

A Spring
B Summer
C Autumn
D Winter

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