Benchmark - Blizzards - 3rd grade

What are the main characteristics of a blizzard?

• High winds, below-freezing temperatures, and blinding snowfall

• Mild winds, above-freezing temperatures, and light snowfall

• High winds, above-freezing temperatures, and no snowfall

• No winds, below-freezing temperatures, and clear skies

Which historical blizzard is mentioned as one of the worst in U.S. history?

• The Great Blizzard of 1888

• The Blizzard of 1978

• The Storm of the Century 1993

• The Chicago Blizzard of 1967

How much snow did the Great Blizzard of 1888 dump on four states?

• 100 to 127 centimeters

• 50 to 75 centimeters

• 150 to 200 centimeters

• 25 to 50 centimeters

What technological advancements help predict storms today?

• Computers and satellite images

• Television and radio broadcasts

• Manual weather observations

• Weather balloons only

What is recommended during a blizzard to ensure safety?

• Staying indoors

• Going for a drive

• Walking outside to experience the storm

• Ignoring weather warnings