Powerful Weather Quiz

What is the main source of energy for weather?

• Wind

• Rain

• Sun

• Snow

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What are thunderstorms?

• Storms with heavy snowfall

• Storms with high winds

• Storms with rain, thunder, and lightning

• Storms with extreme heat

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What causes lightning and thunder in a thunderstorm?

• Static electricity

• Rainfall

• Strong winds

• Extreme heat

What should you do when you see lightning and hear thunder?

• Go outside and enjoy the storm

• Stay indoors and find a safe place

• Run towards tall trees or towers

• Stand near metal objects

What are tornadoes?

• Powerful winter storms

• Storms with heavy rainfall

• Storms with high winds and hail

• Large swirling storms with high winds

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What causes tornadoes?

• Clash of warm and cold air

• Static electricity

• Extreme heat

• Heavy snowfall

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What are hurricanes?

• Powerful storms with heavy snowfall

• Storms with extreme heat

• Large swirling storms with high winds and rain

• Storms with high winds and hail

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Where do hurricanes form?

• Over land

• Over mountains

• Over very warm parts of the ocean

• Over deserts

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What is the center of a hurricane called?

• Eye

• Core

• Center

• Heart

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What is a storm surge?

• A surge of electricity during a storm

• A surge of wind during a storm

• A surge of water pushed by a hurricane

• A surge of heat during a storm

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