Severe Weather Quiz

What is the main cause of hurricanes?

• Cold ocean water, dry air, and atmospheric stability.

• Strong winds, low pressure, and high humidity.

• Volcanic activity, seismic waves, and tectonic plates.

• Warm ocean water, moist air, and atmospheric instability.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of thunderstorms?

• Lack of rain

• Absence of lightning

• Calm winds

• Quiet atmosphere

What is the primary cause of floods?

• High tides

• Earthquakes

• Melting glaciers

• Excessive rainfall or heavy precipitation

What is a drought?

• A drought is a natural disaster caused by excessive rainfall.

• A drought is a period of extremely high temperatures.

• A drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall.

• A drought is a sudden increase in rainfall.

Which of the following is a warning sign of an impending mudslide?

• Cracks or bulges in the ground

• Earthquakes

• Strong winds

• Heavy rainfall

What is the eye of a hurricane?

• The eye of a hurricane is the area where tornadoes are most likely to form.

• The eye of a hurricane is the outermost part of the storm.

• The eye of a hurricane is the area with the strongest winds.

• The eye of a hurricane is the calm, relatively clear area at the center of the storm.

Which of the following is NOT a type of thunderstorm?

• hailstorm

• snowstorm

• clear sky

• rainstorm

What is the main difference between a flash flood and a regular flood?

• Speed of occurrence

• Magnitude of water

• Duration of flooding

• Affected area

What is the primary cause of a drought?

• High humidity

• Lack of precipitation

• Excessive precipitation

• Strong winds

Which of the following is a common effect of a mudslide?

• Loss of vegetation

• Increase in water supply

• Formation of new land

• Destruction of buildings and infrastructure