Understanding Independence Day and Heat Safety

What is a heatwave?

• A period of unusually cold weather.

• A period of unusually hot weather that lasts 3 or more days.

• A day when it rains a lot.

• A time when the wind blows very hard.

Why does it feel sticky on hot summer days?

• Because there is too much wind.

• Because there is a lot of water vapor in the air.

• Because the sun is not shining.

• Because it is going to snow.

What is one way your body cools itself down?

• By shivering.

• By sweating.

• By eating ice cream.

• By wearing warm clothes.

What should you do to stay safe when it's very hot outside?

• Wear dark, heavy clothes.

• Drink lots of water.

• Play outside all day long.

• Eat only hot foods.

What is special about cheetahs compared to other land animals?

• They are the biggest land animal.

• They are the slowest land animal.

• They are the fastest land animal.

• They are the only land animal with spots.

What special day celebrates America's birthday?

• Christmas Day

• New Year's Day

• July 4th

• Thanksgiving Day

Why did America's Founding Fathers declare independence from Great Britain?

• They wanted to live in a new country.

• They thought Great Britain's rules were unfair.

• They wanted to start a new holiday.

• They wanted to have fireworks.