Thunderstorms and Tornados

How are thunderstorms different from rainstorms?

• The temperature of thunderstorms is higher than rainstorms.

• Thunderstorms have thunder, lightning, and high wind.

• Thunderstorms are very rare.

• Nothing, they are the same.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

How can a thunderstorm be classified as "severe"?

• Has hail 1in. or greater in diameter.

• Has winds gusting over 57.5 mph.

• Creates a tornado.

• All of the above.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

When are thunderstorms more likely to occur?

• In the afternoon or evening during Spring and Summer.

• In the morning during Fall and Winter.

• In the morning during Spring and Summer.

• In the afternoon or evening during Fall and Winter

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

True or False: Thunderstorms ONLY happen during the Spring and Summer.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What are some of the dangers that result from thunderstorms? Select all that apply.

• Flash flooding

• Lightning strikes

• Hail

• Strong Winds

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Select all the ways in which lightning can occur:

• From thunderstorms and hurricanes

• During snow storms

• In volcanic eruptions

• In forest fires.

What is a good phrase to remember when practicing thunderstorm safety?

True or False: A tornado can happen anytime, anywhere, any season.

• True

• False

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

When do most tornadoes typically occur?

• Spring and Summer

• Fall and Winter

• Winter and Spring

• Summer and Fall

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What are some of the dangers associated with tornadoes?

• Extremely high winds

• Flying debris

• Hail

• Lightning

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2