Weather Test

Get kids THINKING!  There are diagrams to analyze and the questions mimic how standardized tests generally ask about this topic. This middle school-level weather test includes 30 multiple choice questions, some of which include simple pictures, diagrams, and data to interpret. There are also 3 straightforward open response questions.

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This test is designed to assess understanding of the “big picture” ideas outlined in NGSS standards MS-ESS2-5 and MS-ESS2-6. Topics covered include:

• Reading a weather map
• Cold/warm fronts
• Air pressure
• Weather associated with different fronts/pressure systems
• Basics of convection/wind
• Basics of climate vs. weather

Less copies and easy to correct – save time with our test packet format! The test is 5 pages long with an additional 2-sided student answer sheet. You only have to make one class set of test question packets and then reuse them class to class, as it is only necessary for the students to write on their answer sheet.

Teacher Notes:

• INCLUDES AN ANSWER KEY.
• Please note that this weather test is not editable.
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Related Standards:

• NGSS MS-ESS2-5: Collect data to provide evidence for how the motions and complex interactions of air masses result in changes in weather conditions.