Understanding the Weather — Question 4

Answer:
Maximum temperature recorded in the week: From the chart, the highest maximum temperature is 32°C (on 3.3.2025).
Minimum temperature recorded in the week: The lowest minimum temperature is 14°C (on 5.3.2025).
Temperature range: Range = Maximum temperature – Minimum temperature = 32°C – 14°C = 18°C

(b) Remember the conservation between Krishnan and Amir? If Krishnan said it was 20 degree Celsius in Chennai and that he was feeling a little cold, both he and Amir would have a measure they could understand. What do you think Amir’s reaction to Krishnan’s statement might be? (Page 33)
Answer:
If Krishnan said it was 20°C in Chennai and that he was feeling a little cold, Amir might be surprised and say something like:
“Really? 20 degrees is quite comfortable here! In Madhya Pradesh, we only start feeling cold when it’s much lower than that.”
This highlights how climate and personal experience influence how we perceive temperature. Chennai has a hot and humid climate most of the year, so 20°C can feel cool to someone used to higher temperatures. Meanwhile, someone from central or northern India, like Amir, might find it quite normal or even warm.