Practice question

Which weather changes are characteristically associated with the passage of a cold front?

  1. A rapid wind shift, a sudden drop in temperature, and heavy showers or thunderstorms followed by clearing skies
  2. A gradual lowering of clouds, steady continuous rain, and a rise in temperature
  3. Persistent fog, calm winds, and high humidity lasting for several days
  4. Smooth, stable air with light easterly winds and warm temperatures

Answer: A — A rapid wind shift, a sudden drop in temperature, and heavy showers or thunderstorms followed by clearing skies

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