Weather
A. Understanding Weather: A 3rd Grade Assessment
1. What is the weather like when it is very sunny?
a. It is raining
b. The sky is cloudy
c. The sun is shining brightly
d. There is a snowstorm
2. How can rain affect people's activities?
a. It makes everything dry
b. People can play outside without getting wet
c. People might use umbrellas or raincoats
d. It doesn't affect anything
3. Which type of weather is common in winter?
a. Snowy and cold
b. Hot and sunny
c. Rainy and warm
d. Windy and hot
4. What do people wear when it is cold outside?
a. Shorts and sandals
b. Warm coats and gloves
c. Swimsuits
d. Rain boots
5. What happens to the plants when it is very dry and sunny?
a. They grow faster
b. They may need more water
c. They start to shiver
d. They become cold
6. What is a thunderstorm?
a. Light rain with wind
b. A storm with lightning and thunder
c. A sunny day
d. A snowy day
7. Which of the following describes a hurricane?
a. A light breeze
b. A gentle rain
c. A strong storm with heavy rain and wind
d. A sunny day
8. What do people use to stay cool in hot weather?
a. Blankets
b. Fans or air conditioners
c. Fireplaces
d. Hot soup
9. How does snow affect people’s daily life?
a. People go swimming
b. People might have snowball fights
c. People use sunscreen
d. People wear sandals
10. What is the best clothing choice for a rainy day?
a. Sunglasses
b. A raincoat and boots
c. A swimsuit
d. A T-shirt
11. What kind of weather do deserts usually have?
a. Cold and snowy
b. Hot and dry
c. Rainy and wet
d. Windy and cold
12. Which of these is a tool to measure temperature?
a. A ruler
b. A thermometer
c. A clock
d. A compass
13. How do people in cold climates stay warm?
a. They use fans
b. They wear heavy coats and use heaters
c. They drink cold water
d. They wear shorts
14. What weather condition might cause schools to close?
a. A sunny day
b. A snowy blizzard
c. A gentle breeze
d. A warm afternoon
15. How can sunny weather be helpful?
a. It makes it hard to see
b. It provides light and warmth
c. It causes floods
d. It is always harmful
16. What is the weather like in a rainforest?
a. Hot and dry
b. Cold and icy
c. Warm and wet
d. Snowy and windy
17. What can happen during a drought?
a. Too much rain falls
b. There is not enough water
c. It snows a lot
d. It gets very cold
18. What is one way people adapt to living in hot climates?
a. They wear heavy jackets
b. They drink hot chocolate
c. They use air conditioning
d. They build snowmen
19. Which weather pattern is most likely in a tropical area?
a. Cold and snowy
b. Hot and rainy
c. Dry and windy
d. Chilly and foggy
20. What is the main effect of wind on a kite?
a. It makes the kite stay on the ground
b. It helps the kite fly
c. It melts the kite
d. It makes the kite invisible
B. Weather and Its Effects on Our Lives
Weather is the condition of the atmosphere at a particular place and time. It can be sunny, rainy, windy, snowy, or
cloudy. Different types of weather affect our daily activities. For example, on a rainy day, people often use umbrellas
or raincoats, while sunny days might be perfect for playing outside. Weather also varies in different places around
the world. Some places have hot weather almost all year, while others have cold, snowy winters.
Fill in the Blank: Fill in the blank with the correct words.
1. When it is __, people often wear sunglasses and hats.
2. You need an __ when it is raining outside.
3. Snow is usually seen in __ weather.
4. On a __ day, the wind can blow leaves off the trees.
5. People might go to the beach on a __ day.
Word bank: snowy, umbrella, sunny, windy, hot
C. Multiple Choice Questions: Choose the correct answer from the choices for each question.
1. What do people usually wear when it is cold?
o a) Sandals
o b) Coats
o c) Sunglasses
2. Which type of weather is best for flying a kite?
o a) Rainy
o b) Windy
o c) Snowy
3. What weather condition would you expect to see in a desert?
o a) Snowy
o b) Rainy
o c) Hot
4. What do people often use to keep dry during rain?
o a) Sunglasses
o b) Umbrellas
o c) Sunscreen
5. During which weather condition might schools close?
o a) Sunny
o b) Snowy
o c) Windy
D. Open Ended Questions: Answer the following questions in complete sentences:
1. How does weather affect what you wear each day?
2. Describe a type of weather you enjoy and explain why.
3. How might weather be different in a place like Alaska compared to Florida?
E.Match the word to its meaning. Write the correct letter on the line.
___________1. Snowstorm a. flashes of lightning in the sky
___________2. Lightning b. very strong winds and rain
___________3. Thunderstorm c. cold winds and snow
___________4. Hurricane d. warm rain and noises in the sky
___________5. Winter e. flowers bloom
___________6. Spring f. leaves fall
___________7. Summer g. cold temperature
___________8. Autumn h. hot temperature
F. Label the following pictures. Choose the word from the box.
Stormy Sunny Windy Snowy
Hurricane Rainy Tornado Cloudy
A_________________________________ E_________________________________
B_______________________________ F_______________________________
C________________________________ G_____________________________________
D_________________________________ H____________________________________
