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Storm Chasing Challenges and Insights

Storm Chasing Challenges and Insights

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Geography, History

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

FREE Resource

The video follows storm chasers Max and Aaron as they track tornadoes across the country. They encounter multiple tornadoes, including a dangerous nighttime tornado, while navigating through severe weather conditions. The video highlights the challenges of storm chasing, such as low visibility and unpredictable storm paths. The chasers reflect on their experiences and the impact of the storms, emphasizing the importance of safety and preparedness.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge faced by the storm chasers during their initial encounters with tornadoes?

No communication with the National Weather Service

Lack of equipment

Poor visibility due to rain

Inexperienced team

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is nighttime storm chasing particularly dangerous?

Storms are less predictable at night

Visibility is significantly reduced

Tornadoes are more frequent at night

There are more people on the roads

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tool do the storm chasers use to get a better view of the storm near Van Buren?

Weather balloons

Satellite images

Drone

Radar

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern when chasing tornadoes in hilly areas?

Hills block the view of the tornado

Tornadoes are stronger in hilly areas

Hills cause tornadoes to change direction

Hills increase the speed of tornadoes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the nighttime tornado encounter, what is the storm chasers' primary strategy?

To get as close as possible to the tornado

To stay in a safe location and monitor the tornado

To follow the tornado into populated areas

To drive through the tornado

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a 'power flash' and why is it significant during a tornado?

A camera flash used to capture tornado images

A transformer explosion indicating a tornado is nearby

A flash of lightning indicating a tornado

A signal from the National Weather Service

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the storm chasers do after the tornado passes?

They continue chasing the tornado

They assess the damage and offer help

They return to their base

They celebrate their successful chase

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