Definitions
What is weather?
Weather is what the air outside looks and feels like.
Which weather tool measures how much rain has fallen?
A rain gauge.
Describe thunderstorms.
Thunder, lightning, rain, storm clouds.
Which of these is NOT a way to stay safe in a thunderstorm?
A. Go outside
B. Stay away from windows
C. Stay away from water and electricity
A. Go outside
Which precipitation is most likely to happen during warm weather?
Rain
What is severe weather?
Weather that is dangerous.
Which two weather tools both measure wind direction?
What is the severe weather that starts over warm waters and has strong winds and heavy rains?
Hurricane.
Which of these is NOT a way to stay safe in a hurricane?
A. Get to higher ground
B. Get into the basement or lower ground
C. Have an emergency kit ready
B. Get into the basement or lower ground
Remember a hurricane causes flooding. You wouldn't want to be somewhere that could easily flood like a basement or lower ground.
Name the four seasons.
Winter, spring, summer, fall.
What is temperature?
How hot or cold something is.
What weather tool measures how hot or cold something is?
Thermometer.
What is severe weather that has fast moving winds that forms below storm clouds and can cause a lot of damage to a certain area.
Tornado.
A. Get to higher ground
B. Get into a basement or lower level floor
C. Cover your head and neck in a safe place
A. Get to higher ground
Tornadoes can easily rip off roofs. You wouldn't want to be on the top floor of a house if it can be helped.
What type of weather causes a drought?
Dry, sunny weather.
Which weather tool measures wind speed?
Anemometer
Give at least two examples of precipitation.
Why do scientists use weather tools?
To learn more about weather to keep people safe.
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