Slow Changes
The repeated motion of waves pick up loose
sand from the beach. Is this
a) weathering
b) erosion
c) deposition
b) erosion
True or False?
Windows should be opened before a tornado approaches to equalize pressure and minimize damage.
False-
Leave the windows alone.
The most important action is to immediately go to a safe shelter.
A hurricane always spins ______________.
a) clockwise
b) sideways
c) counter clockwise
c) counter clockwise
True or False?
Tsunami waves can keep coming for hours.
True!
The largest wave may be hours after the first one.
Wildfires are also called ___________ (synonym).
a) dangerous disasters
b) forest fires
c) surge storms
b) forest fires
Limestone begins to soften
because of acid rain. Is this:
a) weathering
b) erosion
c) deposition
a) weathering
True or False?
If you are driving and a tornado is sighted, you should get out of the car.
True!
The best thing to do is to seek the best available shelter. Lying flat in a ditch can provide better shelter than inside a car.
Many people are injured or killed when remaining in their vehicles.
Who names the hurricanes?
a) The Fujita Scale
b) the citizens of the city
c) World Meteorological Organization
c) World Meteorological Organization
True or False?
There is no way to predict if a tsunami will happen
True!
Meteorologists and scientists continue to study tsunamis to improve warming protocols.
a) lightning
b) carelessness
c) intentional or accidental burning
d) earthquakes
d) earthquakes
Earthquakes cause tsunamis, not wildfires!
A delta is formed at the mouth of a large river.
Is this:
a) weatheringb) erosion
c) deposition
c) deposition
How do meteorologists categorize tornadoes?
a) by naming them
b) The Fujita Scale
c) they do not categorize tornadoes
b) The Fujita Scale
True or False?
If a hurricane does significant damage, the name is retired from the list
True- examples like hurricane Andrew and hurricane Katrina... those names are now retired
Which does NOT cause a tsunami?
a) hurricanesb) earthquakes
c) volcanoes
d) landslides
a) hurricanes
What 3 things does a wildfire need to occur?
a) snow, wind, cold temperatures
b) heat, oxygen, fuel
c) erosion, weathering, deposition
b) heat, oxygen, fuel
Sediment is picked up from the banks of a
flowing river. Is this:
a) weathering
b) erosion
c) deposition
b) erosion
What is a tornado watch mean?
a) a tornado is on the ground
b) a tornado is possible, be prepared
c) flash flooding
b) a tornado is possible, be prepared
The _____ of the hurricane is very calm, while the rest of the storm consists of heavy rain, strong wind or large waves.
a) smell
b) eye
c) stormb) eye
A ________ (most serious level of alert) means that a tsunami is possible and evacuation may be needed.
a) watch
b) advisory
c) warning
c) warning
Get to higher land!
What are the 3 types of wildfires?
a) surface, ground, crown
b) weathering, erosion, deposition
c) F1, F2, F3
a) surface, ground, crown
Layers of sand form at the
bottom of an ocean. Is this:
a) weathering
b) erosion
c) deposition
c) deposition
What is a tornado warning? Where would you go if there was a tornado warning at your house?
(no multiple choice, explain)
A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. Tornado warnings indicate imminent danger to life and property. Go immediately under ground to a basement, storm cellar or an interior room (closet, hallway or bathroom).
What are some things that people do to prepare for a hurricane?
(no multiple choice, explain)
Before the hurricane, create a disaster plan with your family. Consider what to do with your pets, know how to board up windows, and plan your evacuation route. Build an emergency kit with bottled water, flashlights, a battery-operated radio, canned food, and a can opener.
In your own words, what is a tsunami?
(no multiple choice, explain)
A tsunami is a natural hazard consisting of a seriees of long surge-like waves generated when a large volume of ocean water is rapidly displaced. They are caused by landslides, volcanoes, earthquakes or explosions.
What is a wildfire?
(no multiple choice, explain)
Wildfires are uncontrolled fires that burn grass, shrubs, trees and other vegetation. They cause major losses in wildlife (plants and animals). Wildfires can destroy homes and buildings.