World Meteorological Day Quiz

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When is World Meteorological Day observed?
- A. January 1st
- B. March 23rd
- C. June 5th
- D. September 16th
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is a specialized agency of:
- A. The World Bank
- B. The World Health Organization (WHO)
- C. The United Nations
- D. UNESCO
Which layer of the atmosphere is where most weather occurs?
- A. Troposphere
- B. Stratosphere
- C. Mesosphere
- D. Thermosphere
A meteorologist is a scientist who studies:
- A. Rocks and minerals
- B. Weather and climate
- C. Stars and planets
- D. Plants and animals
The 2023 World Meteorological Day theme focuses on:
- A. Water and Climate
- B. The Sun and Weather
- C. Early Warning and Early Action
- D. Forecasting the Future
What does a barometer measure?
- A. Wind speed
- B. Rainfall
- C. Air pressure
- D. Temperature
"La Niña" and "El Niño" are patterns associated with changes in:
- A. Ocean temperatures in the Pacific
- B. Cloud cover over Europe
- C. Hurricanes in the Atlantic
- D. Volcanic Activity
Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and intensity of:
- A. Heatwaves and droughts
- B. Floods and heavy rainfall
- C. Extreme weather events
- D. All of the above
What is the primary greenhouse gas emitted by human activities?
- A. Water vapor (H2O)
- B. Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- C. Methane (CH4)
- D. Oxygen (O2)
One way individuals can help combat climate change is to:
- A. Reduce energy consumption
- B. Recycle and compost
- C. Support sustainable transportation
- D. All of the above

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