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Dangers of Lightning

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 16mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which sport experiences the most lightning fatalities in the United States

a)

football

b)

running

c)

soccer

d)

golf

2.

Using the flash to bang method, how long does it take the sound of thunder to travel one mile

a)

5 seconds

b)

1 second

c)

10 seconds

d)

2 seconds

3.

Lightning strike can result in cardiac arrest

a)

True

b)

False

4.

What are potential dangers/complications of lightning strikes?

4 lines
5.

Lightning strikes are a medical emergency

a)

True

b)

False

6.

Compare and Contrast Severe Weather Watch vs Warning

Categorize the following

includes large sections of the state

several hours advanced notice

narrows down area affected

Usually last for several hours

Can last up to an hour

Given minutes advanced notice

You need to take cover

Watch
Warning
7.

Which is the BEST way to monitor lightning

a)

Weather Station with lightning detection at school

b)

Use weatherbug app

c)

Use the national weather app

d)

flash to bang method

8.

When lightning is within _ miles, you should be indoors

(a)  

9.

Which is Safe and Unsafe Shelter?

Categorize the following

School Gym

School bus

Locker Room

Bathroom

Golf cart

Dugout

Picnic awning

Safe
Unsafe
10.

You must wait _ minutes after the last lightning strike to return to activity

(a)  

11.

Getting hit by lighting always causes death or cardiac arrest

a)

True

b)

False

12.

Kari and Mary are playing a round of golf. As they are teeing off on hole five they see lightning in the distance and hear the lighting horn sound. What is the precaution they should take in this weather condition?

a)

head back to the club house

b)

take cover under the nearest tree

c)

speed up play to "beat" the weather

d)

ignore the situation until it gets closer

13.

What should you do if you are caught outside during a lightning storm?

a)

Lie flat on the ground

b)

Seek shelter in a low area

c)

Stand under a tall tree

d)

Continue your activities

14.

Which of the following is a safe place to be during a lightning storm?

a)

Open field

b)

Inside a car

c)

Under a metal structure

d)

On a boat

15.

What is the first step to take if someone is struck by lightning?

a)

Move them immediately

b)

Check for a pulse and breathing

c)

Give them water

d)

Leave them alone