Natural Disasters Quiz

A _________ is a storm with a violent wind, in particular a tropical cyclone in the Caribbean.

• hurricane

• tornado

• flood

• blizzard

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

A ______ is a type of storm in which powerful rotating winds form a column, which reaches from a cloud down toward the ground.

• hurricane

• tornado

• flood

• blizzard

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

During a hurricane, you should stay _______ and away from windows.

Which natural disaster covers land that is usually dry?

• tornado

• flood

• blizzard

• hurricane

Where is the best place to go in your house during a tornado?

True or False.

During a flood you should crouch, facing down, covering your head with your hands.

Which of the following is a large amount of snow that has been falling for more than three hours?

• hurricane

• tornado

• floods

• blizzard

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

True or False.

Snow falls for more than three hours during a blizzard.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

During a flood you should find a place on ______ ground you can get to quickly.

• lower

• higher

List 3 emergency supplies you should have during a natural disaster.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2