Real-world examples of cumulus, stratus, and cirrus clouds in the sky.

📚 Quick Study Guide

• 🔍 Cumulus clouds: These are the fluffy, white clouds that look like cotton balls. They have flat bases and distinct outlines. Think of them as the 'fair weather' clouds.
• 🌫️ Stratus clouds: These are flat, gray or white sheet-like clouds that often cover the entire sky. They can make the day feel dull and are sometimes associated with light drizzle.
• 🌬️ Cirrus clouds: These are wispy, feathery clouds made of ice crystals. They are usually high in the atmosphere and often appear before a change in the weather.

🧪 Practice Quiz

1. Which type of cloud looks like fluffy cotton balls?
   1. Cumulus
   2. Stratus
   3. Cirrus
   4. Nimbus
2. Which type of cloud is associated with dull, gray days and light drizzle?
   1. Cumulus
   2. Stratus
   3. Cirrus
   4. Alto
3. Which type of cloud is found high in the atmosphere and made of ice crystals?
   1. Cumulus
   2. Stratus
   3. Cirrus
   4. Cumulonimbus
4. If you see flat, gray clouds covering the entire sky, what type of clouds are you likely observing?
   1. Cirrus
   2. Cumulus
   3. Stratus
   4. Alto Cumulus
5. Which cloud type is often described as "fair weather" clouds?
   1. Stratus
   2. Cirrus
   3. Cumulus
   4. Nimbus
6. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cirrus clouds?
   1. Wispy appearance
   2. Made of ice crystals
   3. High altitude
   4. Flat, gray sheets
7. What kind of weather change might cirrus clouds indicate?
   1. Clearing skies
   2. No change in weather
   3. Impending rain or storm
   4. Constant sunshine