Monsoons are characterized by seasonal changes in _____ that bring drastic changes in weather patterns every year.
winds
What percentage of the world's population lives in areas affected by Asian monsoons?
25%
90%
75%
50%
What is a monsoon?
A seasonal change in weather pattern
A type of tropical fruit
A fast-moving river
A type of dessert
What is the main subject of the passage?
The impact of monsoons
Farming techniques in India
The definition of seasons
The Arabic language
Where does the word "monsoon" originate from?
Latin for "wind"
Arabic for "season"
Indian for "rainy day"
Greek for "weather change"
What is the significance of the high and low-pressure systems during the Asian monsoon season?
They bring heavy snowfall
They contribute to the growth of crops
They result in a prolonged dry season
They cause extreme weather patterns
Which region experiences monsoons primarily during the summer months?
Europe
Southern Asia
South America
North America
