How does weather change?
Does weather follow a pattern?
Yes
Where does the Earth get light from?
the sun
What is moving air called?
Moving air is called wind.
What is severe weather?
dangerous weather
If someone leaves the house with boots, a scarf, and a thick coat, what season is it?
Winter
What three things does the sun heat?
The suns heats up the land, air, and water.
What is one way we can keep the air clean?
Answers may vary. Teacher's decision.
What is a thunderstorm?
A thunderstorm is heavy rain with thunder and lightening.
List the 4 seasons in order.
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
On a summer day at the beach, which is hotter, the land or the water?
Can wind cause severe weather?
Yes
What is a tornado? pg 84
What is precipitation? page 72
Name two kinds of precipitation.
the water that falls to Earth
Options for examples: sleet, rain, or snow
When water turns into water vapor, what part of the water cycle is happening?
What is water vapor?
Evaporation is when water changes into water vapor.
Water vapor is a gas in the air.
What is one effect of wind?
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Make sand dunes.
Shape rocks and trees.
What is a hurricane?
A hurricane is a large storm that starts over warm ocean water. The strong rain from a hurricane can cause floods.
What is another name for Fall?
What usually happens during Fall?
Another name for Fall is Autumn.
Fall (or Autumn) is when days are warm, leaves change colors, and leaves fall from trees.
What was "The Snow King" in 1899? pg 74
In 1899, there was a enormous blizzard (meaning heavy snowstorm) in Florida.
What are some good effects of wind? pg 81
Answers may vary:
Wind can be used to make electricity.
Wind can make wind energy.
Answers may vary:
Find shelter.
Stay inside and away from windows.
Store extra food and water.