Exploring Weather and Storms Quiz

What tool is used to measure temperature?

• Weather vane

• Thermometer

• Rain gauge

• Barometer

Which type of severe weather is characterized by strong winds and heavy rain, often forming over warm ocean waters?

• Tornado

• Blizzard

• Hurricane

• Drought

What does a weather vane measure?

• Temperature

• Wind direction

• Rainfall

• Humidity

Which severe weather event involves a rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground?

• Flood

• Tornado

• Blizzard

• Drought

What tool is used to measure the amount of rainfall?

• Thermometer

• Weather vane

• Rain gauge

• Barometer

Which severe weather event is characterized by heavy snowfall and strong winds, often reducing visibility?

• Thunderstorm

• Hurricane

• Blizzard

• Flood

Why is it important to track weather?

• To know what to wear

• To prepare for the weather and storms

• To predict the future

• To find lost pets

Which severe weather event involves prolonged periods of little or no rainfall, leading to water shortages?

• Flood

• Drought

• Tornado

• Blizzard

What type of severe weather can cause rivers to overflow and lead to widespread water damage?

• Thunderstorm

• Hurricane

• Flood

• Tornado

Which tool would you use to find out which direction the wind is blowing?

• Thermometer

• Weather vane

• Rain gauge

• Barometer