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Study Guide: Snowfall Events in Israel

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Snowfall Events in Israel Study Guide

General Patterns and Geography of Snowfall in Israel

Snowfall is a common occurrence throughout all regions of Israel.

Answer: False

Explanation: Snowfall in Israel is generally uncommon and primarily occurs in higher elevation areas, not throughout all regions.

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The higher elevation areas, including the northern parts and the Jerusalem District, are typical locations for snowfall in Israel.

Answer: True

Explanation: The higher elevation areas, including the northern parts and the Jerusalem District, are indeed the typical locations for snowfall in Israel.

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Eilat, located in the southern Negev desert, occasionally experiences significant snow accumulation.

Answer: False

Explanation: Eilat, situated in the southern Negev desert, does not typically experience significant snow accumulation.

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Since 1950, the Israeli Mediterranean coastal plain has consistently experienced snow accumulation.

Answer: False

Explanation: Since the significant snowfalls of 1950, the Israeli Mediterranean coastal plain has not experienced snow accumulation.

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Which geographical areas in Israel are most likely to experience snowfall?

Answer: The higher elevation areas, such as the northern parts and the Jerusalem District.

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What historical observation is made about the Israeli Mediterranean coastal plain and the Dead Sea area since the major snowfalls of 1950?

Answer: There has been no accumulation of snow since the 1950 event.

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Which of these locations did NOT experience snow accumulation according to the source, since the 1950 event?

Answer: The Dead Sea area

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What does the source suggest about the frequency of snow in Israel?

Answer: Snowfall is generally uncommon and mainly occurs in higher elevations.

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Mid-20th Century Snowfall Events (1950s)

The January and February 1950 snowfall event in Jerusalem was the most significant recorded since meteorological measurements began in 1870.

Answer: True

Explanation: The January and February 1950 snowfall event in Jerusalem was indeed the most significant recorded since meteorological measurements began in 1870.

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The January 1950 snow event began with light snow in Tel Aviv and heavy snowfall in the northern mountains.

Answer: False

Explanation: The January 1950 snow event began with a hailstorm in Tel Aviv and light snow in the northern mountains, not light snow in Tel Aviv.

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On January 27, 1950, snow fell across the northern mountains, Jerusalem, and subsequently reached the mountains of Samaria and western regions.

Answer: True

Explanation: On January 27, 1950, snow fell across the northern mountains and Jerusalem, subsequently reaching the mountains of Samaria and western regions.

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Haifa recorded 15 centimeters of snow accumulation on January 28, 1950.

Answer: True

Explanation: Haifa recorded 15 centimeters of snow accumulation on January 28, 1950.

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Tel Aviv experienced several days of heavy snowfall during the January 1950 event.

Answer: False

Explanation: Tel Aviv experienced snow for only several minutes on January 28, 1950, not several days of heavy snowfall.

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The snowfall on January 29, 1950, covered most of Haifa.

Answer: True

Explanation: The snowfall on January 29, 1950, covered most of Haifa.

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The heavy snow event of February 6-7, 1950, was less intense than the earlier January snowfalls.

Answer: False

Explanation: The heavy snow event of February 6-7, 1950, was more intense and brought substantial accumulations, contrary to being less intense than January snowfalls.

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During the February 1950 event, Safed recorded a snow depth of 60 centimeters, while Jerusalem recorded 100 centimeters.

Answer: True

Explanation: During the February 6-7, 1950 event, Safed recorded a snow depth of 60 centimeters, while Jerusalem recorded 100 centimeters.

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The Tel Aviv/Jaffa/Lod area experienced snow depths exceeding 20 centimeters during the February 1950 event.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Tel Aviv/Jaffa/Lod area experienced snow depths between 12 and 19 centimeters during the February 1950 event, not exceeding 20 centimeters.

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The February 6-7, 1950 snow event was limited to the northern regions and Jerusalem.

Answer: False

Explanation: The February 6-7, 1950 snow event was widespread, affecting numerous regions beyond just the northern areas and Jerusalem, including Petah Tikva, Netanya, and the Negev region.

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Snow accumulation near the Dead Sea was recorded at 8 centimeters on February 8, 1950.

Answer: True

Explanation: Snow accumulation near the Dead Sea was recorded at 8 centimeters on February 8, 1950.

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According to the source, when was the largest snowfall recorded in Jerusalem since meteorological measurements began?

Answer: January 1950

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How did the significant snow event of January 1950 begin in Tel Aviv?

Answer: With a hailstorm.

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Which of the following regions experienced snow on January 27, 1950, following the initial snowfall in the northern mountains and Jerusalem?

Answer: The mountains of Samaria and western regions.

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What was the recorded snow depth in Haifa on January 28, 1950?

Answer: 15 centimeters

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How long did the snowfall last in Tel Aviv on January 28, 1950?

Answer: For several minutes.

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Which statement best describes the heavy snow event of February 6-7, 1950?

Answer: It brought substantial accumulations to various parts of the country, intensifying winter weather.

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What were the snow depths recorded in Safed and Jerusalem during the February 1950 event?

Answer: Safed: 60 cm, Jerusalem: 100 cm

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Which of the following areas experienced snowfall during the widespread February 6-7, 1950 event?

Answer: Petah Tikva, Netanya, and the Negev region.

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What unusual occurrence happened near the Dead Sea on February 8, 1950?

Answer: Snowfall with an accumulation of 8 centimeters.

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Late 20th/Early 21st Century Snowfall Events

The December 2013 snowfall in Israel was an isolated weather event unrelated to broader regional patterns.

Answer: False

Explanation: The December 2013 snowfall in Israel was part of the broader 2013 Middle East cold snap, not an isolated weather event.

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During the December 2013 event, Jerusalem experienced snowfall depths between 40 and 70 centimeters.

Answer: True

Explanation: During the December 2013 event, Jerusalem experienced snowfall depths between 40 and 70 centimeters.

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The December 2013 weather system primarily caused heavy snowfall across all parts of Israel, including warmer regions.

Answer: False

Explanation: The December 2013 weather system caused heavy snowfall in higher elevations but heavy rainfall and flooding in warmer regions of Israel, not heavy snowfall across all parts.

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Due to severe weather in December 2013, the railway line into Jerusalem was suspended during the Sabbath.

Answer: False

Explanation: The railway line into Jerusalem operated on the Sabbath during the December 2013 storm to assist stranded people due to blocked roads, not because it was suspended.

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Ben Gurion Airport was shut down during the December 2013 storm due to heavy snow and flooding.

Answer: True

Explanation: Ben Gurion Airport was shut down during the December 2013 storm due to heavy snow and flooding.

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The 2013 storm caused U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry to extend his meeting with Mahmoud Abbas.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 2013 storm caused U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry to shorten his meeting with Mahmoud Abbas due to travel disruptions, not extend it.

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Jerusalem remained isolated for about 48 hours due to the snow and flooding in December 2013.

Answer: True

Explanation: Jerusalem remained isolated for approximately 48 hours due to the snow and flooding in December 2013.

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The December 2013 snowfall in Israel was associated with which larger weather phenomenon?

Answer: The 2013 Middle East cold snap.

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What type of precipitation affected the warmer regions of Israel during the December 2013 weather event?

Answer: Heavy rainfall and flooding.

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Why did the railway line into Jerusalem operate on the Sabbath during the December 2013 storm?

Answer: To assist people who were stranded by blocked roads.

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What was the impact of the December 2013 storm on Ben Gurion Airport?

Answer: It was shut down due to the storm.

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For approximately how long was Jerusalem isolated due to the snow and flooding in December 2013?

Answer: 48 hours

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What was the snow accumulation in Kefar Etzion during the December 2013 event?

Answer: Approximately 1 meter (3 feet 3 inches)

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Visual and Documentary Evidence of Snowfall

The 1934 snowfall event in Israel is well-documented with detailed meteorological records in the provided source.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source material indicates that the 1934 snowfall event in Israel is not well-documented with detailed meteorological records; only an image suggests snow occurred in Jerusalem.

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The satellite image of the 2013 Middle East cold snap visually represents the extent of the atmospheric conditions causing severe weather.

Answer: True

Explanation: The satellite image of the 2013 Middle East cold snap visually represents the extent of the atmospheric conditions causing severe weather.

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The image from approximately 1934 shows a snowman in Jerusalem, indicating snow occurred in the area.

Answer: True

Explanation: The image from approximately 1934 shows a snowman in Jerusalem, indicating snow occurred in the area.

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The photograph from Kibbutz Gan Shmuel in 1950 shows a scene without any snow.

Answer: False

Explanation: The photograph from Kibbutz Gan Shmuel in 1950 shows a scene with snow covering the area, not without snow.

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A 1950 photograph from Haifa shows the city clear of snow.

Answer: False

Explanation: A 1950 photograph from Haifa shows the city blanketed in snow, not clear of snow.

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The photograph from Jerusalem on December 12, 2013, shows people navigating Jaffa Street during heavy rainfall.

Answer: False

Explanation: The photograph from Jerusalem on December 12, 2013, shows people navigating Jaffa Street during heavy snowfall, not rainfall.

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The article suggests looking at Wikimedia Commons for additional visual media related to snow in Israel.

Answer: True

Explanation: The article suggests looking at Wikimedia Commons for additional visual media related to snow in Israel.

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What meteorological information is available regarding a 1934 snowfall event in Israel?

Answer: The source provides only an image suggesting snow occurred in Jerusalem.

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What does the satellite image of the 2013 Middle East cold snap visually represent?

Answer: The extent of the cold snap and associated atmospheric conditions.

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What does the image from approximately 1934 suggest about snow in Jerusalem?

Answer: Snowfall occurred, allowing for the construction of a snowman.

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What does the 1950 photograph from Kibbutz Gan Shmuel illustrate?

Answer: A scene of snow covering the area.

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What is depicted in the photograph taken in Haifa in 1950?

Answer: Snow blanketing the city.

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The photograph from Jerusalem on December 12, 2013, captures which activity amidst snowy conditions?

Answer: People pulling a cart of bread along Jaffa Street.

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Where can users find additional visual media related to snow in Israel, as suggested by the article?

Answer: Wikimedia Commons.

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