The Marvelous World of Rain
Have you ever wondered why rain is so essential? Rain, in its various forms, plays a crucial role in our planet's survival. Each drop that falls is a tiny but integral part of nature's grand design, the water cycle. Water evaporates from the Earth's surface, rises up in the atmosphere, and forms clouds. When these clouds become too heavy, they release the water back to the Earth in the form of rain. Rain comes in different sizes and intensities. A light drizzle can be as gentle as a kitten's purr, while a heavy downpour can roar like a lion. Showers are somewhere in between, providing a refreshing rinse for the Earth. Did you know that the wettest place on Earth is Mawsynram, India, where it rains an average of 467.35 inches per year? That's a lot of water! Rain is vital as it replenishes the Earth's water supply, nourishes plants, and provides a crucial resource for animals and humans. So, the next time it rains, remember, each drop helps sustain life on our beautiful planet.
Question 1
What happens when the clouds become too heavy?
They disappear
They rise higher
They release water back to Earth as rain
They form a rainbow
They turn into snow
Question 2
Which place is considered the wettest place on Earth?
Amazon Rainforest
Mawsynram, India
Sahara Desert
Antarctica
New York City
Question 3
What does a light drizzle of rain compare to in the text?
A lion's roar
A dog's bark
A bird's chirping
A kitten's purr
A horse's neigh
Question 4
What is the importance of rain according to the text?
It causes floods
It keeps us cool during summer
It replenishes the Earth's water supply and nourishes plants
It creates mudslides
It makes the roads slippery
Question 5
What does a heavy downpour of rain compare to in the text?
A kitten's purr
A lion's roar
A dog's bark
A bird's chirping
A horse's neigh
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