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What characterizes American weather systems compared to UK weather systems?
What characterizes American weather systems compared to UK weather systems?
- Consistently mild temperatures year-round
- Extreme conditions such as tropical storms and tornadoes (correct)
- Stable and predictable weather patterns
- High levels of humidity without severe weather events
What was the reaction of British Rail to the 1987 snowstorm?
What was the reaction of British Rail to the 1987 snowstorm?
- They expected the storm based on accurate predictions.
- They were caught off guard resulting in chaos. (correct)
- They implemented emergency protocols successfully.
- They were well-prepared and managed passenger safety effectively.
How does weather reportedly affect people's moods based on geographic location?
How does weather reportedly affect people's moods based on geographic location?
- Sunny climates are associated with more pleasant moods. (correct)
- Rainy conditions universally lead to happiness.
- Cold weather is correlated with increased productivity.
- Weather has no significant impact on mood.
What role do socioeconomic factors play in people's well-being compared to weather conditions?
What role do socioeconomic factors play in people's well-being compared to weather conditions?
What does the phrase 'the wrong kind of snow' refer to in the context of the UK weather experience?
What does the phrase 'the wrong kind of snow' refer to in the context of the UK weather experience?
Flashcards
What is a storm chaser?
What is a storm chaser?
A storm chaser is a person who tracks and documents severe weather events, like tornadoes and hurricanes.
What is the 'wrong kind of snow'?
What is the 'wrong kind of snow'?
The 'wrong kind of snow' refers to a heavy snowfall that caught those in the UK off guard, causing significant disruption.
What happened in the 1987 snowstorm?
What happened in the 1987 snowstorm?
The 1987 snowstorm in the UK brought widespread disruption to transportation, especially British Rail.
What is torrential rain?
What is torrential rain?
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How is American weather different?
How is American weather different?
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Study Notes
Weather Differences
- American weather systems are vastly different, characterized by intense extremes.
- In the Midwest, extreme cold is common, making outdoor activities difficult.
- In the Southeast, tropical storms, often developing into tornadoes and hurricanes, bring high winds, torrential rain, floods, and devastation.
- Storm chasers track and warn people about approaching storms.
UK Weather Experiences
- UK residents often feel unprepared for extreme weather.
- Extreme weather events, like a freak snowstorm in a recent year, cause significant disruptions, demonstrating lack of preparedness.
- The 1987 October 15th storm, caught people off guard bringing widespread chaos and damage.
- Weather forecasters failed to predict the storm.
Weather and Moods
- Weather can influence people's moods and emotions.
- The UK idiom "I feel a bit under the weather" signifies feeling unwell related to weather influence.
- People in sunny climates typically report higher happiness levels compared to those in locations with gray skies and low sunlight.
- Economic and social factors are more important for well-being than weather conditions.
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