Instructions
Read each question carefully and select the best answer. Use the space provided to jot down your answers.
- What type of extreme weather is characterized by heavy snow and strong winds?
- a) Hurricane
- b) Blizzard
- c) Tornado
- Which of these can cause flooding?
- a) Earthquake
- b) Rainstorm
- c) Solar eclipse
- What is a tornado?
- a) A strong cyclone
- b) A rotating column of air
- c) A heavy snowfall
- Which weather phenomenon develops over warm ocean waters and can cause severe damage?
- a) Thunderstorm
- b) Hurricane
- c) Blizzard
- What is the scale called that measures hurricanes?
- a) Richter Scale
- b) Fujita Scale
- c) Saffir-Simpson Scale
- What should you do during a tornado warning?
- a) Go outside and watch
- b) Seek shelter in a basement or interior room
- c) Stay in your car
- Which of the following is NOT an extreme weather event?
- a) Drought
- b) Sunny day
- c) Heatwave
- What happens during a blizzard?
- a) High wind and heavy rain
- b) Heavy snowfall and low temperatures
- c) Warm temperatures and clear skies
- How can we prepare for extreme weather?
- a) Ignoring warnings
- b) Stocking up on food and water
- c) Playing outside
- What is the best way to stay informed about extreme weather?
- a) Social media
- b) Weather apps or news channels
- c) Asking friends
Short Answer Questions
Answer the following questions in the space provided.
1. Describe what you would do to stay safe during a hurricane.
2. Can you think of any extreme weather events you have heard about? List them here.