Severe Weather Review

Multiple Choice

Why is it important for scientists to categorize dangerous weather events?

• To better predict and prepare for disasters

• To make weather more interesting

• To increase the number of severe weather events

• To ignore minor weather changes

Multiple Choice

Describe some ways severe weather can impact people and the environment.

• Severe weather impacts people through injuries, fatalities, and property damage.

• It leads to increased tourism and economic growth in affected areas.
• Severe weather can enhance crop growth and improve air quality.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes how tornadoes form?

• When warm, moist air collides with cold, dry air, creating a rotating column of air.

• When cold, moist air rises rapidly into the atmosphere.

• When high pressure systems meet low pressure systems.

• When clouds accumulate and release heavy rainfall.

Multiple Select

Which factors are considered when determining a tornado's EF rating using the Enhanced Fujita Scale?

• Estimated wind speeds

• Damage patterns

• Structural damage

• Temperature changes

Multiple Choice

A tornado emergency kit should include water, non-perishable food, a flashlight, batteries, and a ___ kit.

• first aid
• hygiene kit
• repair kit
• tool kit

Multiple Choice

Explain why it is important to listen for alerts and protect your head during a tornado.

• It is important to listen for alerts to stay informed and protect your head.

• Ignoring alerts can help you stay calm during a tornado.
• Protecting your head is not important in severe weather.
• Listening for alerts is unnecessary during a tornado.

Multiple Choice

How does lightning form during a thunderstorm?

• Lightning is created by the evaporation of rain during a storm.
• Lightning is formed by the collision of ice particles in clouds.
• Lightning forms due to the discharge of electricity caused by the separation of charges in a thunderstorm.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety measure during a thunderstorm?

• Seek shelter indoors

• Lie flat on the ground if caught outside

• Avoid open fields and tall objects

• Stay away from bodies of water

Multiple Choice

What powers a hurricane?

• Heavy rainfall and low temperatures.
• Warm ocean water and the release of heat from condensation.
• Strong winds and dry land.
• Cold air and high pressure systems.

Multiple Select

Which factors are considered in the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale when measuring hurricane intensity?

• Sustained wind speeds

• Storm surge

• Flooding

• Air temperature

Multiple Choice

Which items should be included in a hurricane safety kit?

• Candles, fresh fruit, books

• Water, non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, battery-powered radio

• Umbrella, sunscreen, sandals

• Blankets, snow boots, hot chocolate

Multiple Select

Which of the following are characteristics of a blizzard?

• Low visibility due to blowing snow

• Strong winds

• Bitterly cold temperatures

• Heavy rainfall

Multiple Choice

Explain how hailstones grow in size within a storm cloud.

• Hailstones are created by lightning strikes in storm clouds.
• Hailstones develop by melting and refreezing in warm air.
• Hailstones form from dust particles in the atmosphere.
• Hailstones grow by accumulating layers of ice from supercooled water droplets in storm clouds.

Multiple Choice

What should you do if you are caught outside during a hailstorm?

• Run around to avoid hail

• Seek cover to protect your head and body

• Lie down on the ground

• Continue walking as usual

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the conditions that lead to a heatwave?

• Prolonged periods of cold weather with low humidity

• Prolonged periods of hot weather with high humidity and high-pressure systems

• Short periods of rain followed by sunshine

• Low-pressure systems causing cool air to settle

Multiple Choice

Explain why heatwaves pose significant health risks, especially to certain populations.

• Heatwaves are only dangerous in tropical regions and not elsewhere.
• Heatwaves primarily affect only outdoor workers and athletes.
• Heatwaves pose significant health risks, especially to the elderly with pre-existing health conditions.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are recommended safety measures during a heatwave?

• Stay hydrated

• Limit outdoor activity

• Wear heavy clothing

• Know the signs of heat-related illnesses

Multiple Choice

What are two major impacts of droughts on agriculture and natural ecosystems?

• Reduced crop yields and crop failures and Disruption of natural ecosystems and loss of biodiversity.

• Increased water availability and crop growth;
• Enhanced soil fertility and nutrient levels;
• Improved habitat conditions and species abundance.

Multiple Select

Which of the following actions help conserve water and support wildlife during a drought?

• Stockpile non-perishable food

• Reduce water usage at home

• Provide water sources for local wildlife

• Ignore local guidelines

Multiple Choice

How might understanding severe weather help communities prepare for and respond to dangerous atmospheric conditions?

• Communities can prepare and respond effectively to severe weather by using knowledge of risks to create emergency plans and early warning systems.
• Communities should rely solely on social media for weather updates and alerts.
• Understanding severe weather has no impact on community safety measures.
• Communities can ignore severe weather warnings and continue normal activities.

Multiple Choice

What are some examples of severe weather phenomena that pose risks to life, property, and the environment?

• Tornadoes, hurricanes, thunderstorms, blizzards, hailstorms, heatwaves, droughts

• Rain showers, gentle breezes, cloudy days, mild temperatures

• Fog, dew, light winds, partly sunny days

• Sunny days, calm nights, light rain, cool mornings