What is lightning?
Storm Runners 1

Flashcard
•
English
•
6th Grade
•
Hard
Quizizz Content
FREE Resource
Student preview

15 questions
Show all answers
1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Back
Lightning is a sudden electrostatic discharge that occurs during a thunderstorm, resulting in a bright flash of light and a loud sound called thunder.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What should you do during a thunderstorm?
Back
During a thunderstorm, you should stay indoors, avoid using electrical appliances, and stay away from windows.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a tornado?
Back
A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing significant damage.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the signs of an approaching tornado?
Back
Signs of an approaching tornado include dark, greenish skies, large hail, and a loud roar similar to a freight train.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the safest place to be during a tornado?
Back
The safest place to be during a tornado is in a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a weather warning?
Back
A weather warning is issued to inform the public of severe weather conditions that pose a threat to life and property.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to take shelter?
Back
Taking shelter means finding a safe place to protect yourself from severe weather, such as a storm or tornado.
Create a free account and access millions of resources
Similar Resources on Quizizz
15 questions
Severe Weather

Flashcard
•
6th Grade
15 questions
Severe Weather

Flashcard
•
6th Grade
15 questions
Severe Weather

Flashcard
•
6th Grade
15 questions
Severe Weather

Flashcard
•
6th Grade
15 questions
Severe Weather

Flashcard
•
6th Grade
10 questions
Weather and Climate

Flashcard
•
7th Grade
15 questions
Severe Weather

Flashcard
•
6th Grade
15 questions
Severe Weather

Flashcard
•
6th Grade
Popular Resources on Quizizz
15 questions
Multiplication Facts

Quiz
•
4th Grade
25 questions
SS Combined Advisory Quiz

Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
40 questions
Week 4 Student In Class Practice Set

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
40 questions
SOL: ILE DNA Tech, Gen, Evol 2025

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
20 questions
NC Universities (R2H)

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
15 questions
June Review Quiz

Quiz
•
Professional Development
20 questions
Congruent and Similar Triangles

Quiz
•
8th Grade
25 questions
Triangle Inequalities

Quiz
•
10th - 12th Grade