Question

explaining factors that affect weather and climate
use the drop-down menus to complete the sentences.
a
is a seasonal wind that blows in the opposite direction of normal winds.
a
wind is a wind that blows mainly from a single general direction.
seasonal winds that blow in the opposite direction of normal winds often cause
in the winter.

Explanation:

1. For the first blank: A "monsoon" is a seasonal wind that blows in the opposite direction of normal winds. Monsoons are well - known for their seasonal reversal of direction.
2. For the second blank: A "prevailing" wind is a wind that blows mainly from a single general direction. Prevailing winds are consistent in their direction over a large area.
3. For the third blank: Seasonal winds (like monsoons) that blow in the opposite direction of normal winds often cause "drought" in the winter (in some regions, when the monsoon pattern reverses, it can lead to dry conditions in winter).

Answer:

First blank: monsoon
Second blank: prevailing
Third blank: drought