Oklahoma's Devastating May 2013 Tornado Quiz

What was the initial reaction of the students at Plaza Towers Elementary School when they heard the tornado siren?

• They continued with their class activities.

• They ignored the siren.

• They went outside to see the tornado.

• They raced to find shelter.

How did the teacher, Rhonda Crosswhite, protect her students during the tornado?

• She led them to the school gym.

• She called for emergency services.

• She covered them with her body in the bathroom.

• She took them to the school basement.

What is the Enhanced Fujita scale used for?

• Predicting hurricane paths.

• Measuring earthquake intensity.

• Determining the size of hailstones.

• Classifying tornadoes based on damage and wind speed.

What was the wind speed of the tornado that hit Moore, Oklahoma in 2013?

• 150 miles per hour

• 200 miles per hour

• 210 miles per hour

• 302 miles per hour

Why is Moore, Oklahoma, frequently hit by tornadoes?

• It is surrounded by mountains.

• It is near the ocean.

• It has a high altitude.

• It is located in Tornado Alley.

What meteorological conditions contribute to the formation of tornadoes in Tornado Alley?

• Dry air from the desert and moist air from the Atlantic.

• Cold air from the Arctic and warm air from the Pacific.

• High humidity and low pressure.

• Warm moist air from the Gulf of Mexico and cool dry air from Canada.

What was one of the major challenges faced by residents of Moore after the tornado?

• Rebuilding homes without storm shelters.

• Finding lost pets.

• All of the above.

• Lack of food and water.

How did the community and government respond to the disaster in Moore?

• By building a wall around the city.

• By relocating the entire city.

• By sending volunteers and aid.

• By ignoring the affected areas.

What was one of the safety measures implemented in Moore after the tornado?

• Building higher skyscrapers.

• Installing more streetlights.

• Rebuilding homes with storm shelters.

• Creating more parks.

What role did FEMA play in the aftermath of the Moore tornado?

• They organized a city-wide festival.

• They helped with search and rescue operations.

• They built new schools.

• They provided entertainment for the residents.