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