Storms

A storm that is known to be brief and intense

• thunderstorm

• drought

• hurricane

• blizzard

When lightning strikes, rapidly heated air expands and explodes causing ________________

• tornadoes

• thunder

• storm surges

• hail storm

What kind of pressure is found in the center of a hurricane?

• high pressure

• low pressure

Which of these is NOT a possible consequence of drought?

• reduced groundwater

• damage to crops

• famine

• flooding

A sudden, violent flood that can happen in a matter of seconds is called what?

• storm surge

• hurricane

• flash flood

• tornado

A small storm with heavy rain that forms in cumulonimbus clouds is called what?

• hurricane

• tornado

• flood

• thunderstorm

Which is the best place to be during a tornado?

• in a basement

• by a door or window

• in a car

What is the difference between the eye and the eyewall of a hurricane?

• nothing, they are the same

• the eye is calm and the eyewall is the most dangerous with high winds

• the eye is the most dangerous with high winds and the eye wall is calm.

Which state is NOT part of tornado alley?

• Kansas

• New York

• Oklahoma

• Texas

Is it possible for a hurricane to form in the ANTARCTIC Ocean and why?

• Yes, the antarctic ocean has perfect conditions for hurricane formation

• Yes, the cold moist air is what energizes a hurricane

• No, the antarctic ocean is too cold for hurricane formation

• No, the antarctic ocean does not have currents