Marine West Coast (Pacific Northwest) MCQs [USA] January 8, 2026August 29, 2024 by u930973931_answers 10 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/10 Subscribe 1. . What is a key characteristic of the Marine West Coast climate? (A) Hot and dry summers with cold winters (B) Mild temperatures year-round with high precipitation (C) Extreme temperature variations between seasons (D) Very low humidity and sparse rainfall 2. . Which region in the USA is known for having a Marine West Coast climate? (A) Florida (B) New England (C) Pacific Northwest (D) Great Plains 3. . What is the typical annual precipitation in the Marine West Coast climate? (A) 20-30 inches (B) 30-60 inches (C) 60-80 inches (D) 80-100 inches 4. . Which of the following cities is known for its Marine West Coast climate? (A) Miami (B) Seattle (C) Denver (D) Dallas 5. . How does the Marine West Coast climate affect summer temperatures? (A) It experiences extremely hot temperatures (B) It has mild to warm temperatures with little temperature variation (C) It faces frequent heatwaves (D) It is characterized by very cold and snowy summers 6. . What is the typical winter temperature range in the Marine West Coast climate? (A) 30-40°F (B) 40-50°F (C) 50-60°F (D) 60-70°F 7. . How does the Marine West Coast climate influence local vegetation? (A) It supports desert plants and cacti (B) It favors temperate rainforests and lush vegetation (C) It promotes tropical plants and palms (D) It leads to sparse, drought-resistant vegetation 8. . What is a common feature of landscapes in the Marine West Coast climate? (A) Arid deserts and sand dunes (B) Extensive evergreen forests and rugged coastlines (C) Tropical wetlands and mangroves (D) Flat prairies and grasslands 9. . Which of the following is a major factor influencing the Marine West Coast climate? (A) Proximity to the Gulf of Mexico (B) Distance from the equator (C) Influence of ocean currents and proximity to the Pacific Ocean (D) High altitude and mountain ranges 10. . How does the Marine West Coast climate affect local agriculture? (A) It supports a wide variety of crops due to moderate temperatures and ample rainfall (B) It limits agriculture to drought-resistant plants (C) It promotes year-round farming of tropical crops (D) It restricts agriculture to winter months only