Tornadoes RECENT Quiz

What is a tornado?

• A type of gentle breeze.

• A swirling funnel of air that forms under cumulonimbus clouds.

• A type of earthquake.

• A wave that forms in the ocean.

Tornadoes are also known as:

• Twisters and funnels

• Earthquakes and lightning bolts

• Monsoons and tsunamis

• Volcano winds and firestorms

Which of these best describes a cumulonimbus cloud?

• A flat, thin cloud with no rain.

• A cloud that forms only in deserts.

• A large storm cloud under which tornadoes can form.

• A snow-producing cloud.

What type of air helps fuel a tornado?

• Humid air

• Dry cold air

• Freezing air

• Oxygen-rich air

A thunderstorm is often associated with:

• Snowfall and frost

• Lightning, thunder, and heavy rain

• Strong sunlight and heat

• Dust and dry wind

Which instrument helps detect tornadoes?

• Weather radar

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Compass

What does weather radar identify to detect tornadoes?

• Flashes of light

• Couplets of red and green patterns in a storm

• Drops in temperature

• Movement of clouds only

A funnel cloud becomes a tornado when it:

• Touches the ground

• Spins faster than usual

• Reaches a mountain

• Enters a thunderstorm

What is a waterspout?

• A tornado over water

• A type of water bottle

• A broken water pipe

• A river current

What makes waterspouts appear white?

• Moonlight reflecting off the sea

• Tiny cooled water droplets

• Dust from the ocean floor

• Sunlight shining through