Natural Hazards Quiz

What are natural hazards?

• Man-made disasters caused by human activities.

• Extreme natural events or processes that can cause loss of life, property damage, and environmental destruction.

• Unpredictable events that cannot be studied or prepared for.

• Everyday occurrences that have no significant impact on human life or the environment.

Name two types of air hazards.

• thunderstorm and hurricanes

• tornadoes and floods

• volcanic eruptions and blizzards

• tsunamis and wildfires

What are air hazards?

• Substances or conditions in the air that can be harmful to human health or the environment.

• Air hazards are harmless substances or conditions in the air.

• Air hazards are only harmful to animals, not humans.

• Air hazards are limited to outdoor environments only.

What is the difference between a hurricane and a thunderstorm?

• A hurricane is a small, rotating storm system with light winds and light rain that forms over cold ocean waters, while a thunderstorm is a large, widespread storm with no lightning, thunder, or rain that forms in stable atmospheric conditions.

• A hurricane is a localized storm with lightning, thunder, and heavy rain that forms in unstable atmospheric conditions, while a thunderstorm is a large, rotating storm system with high winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters.

• A hurricane is a localized storm with no lightning, thunder, or rain that forms in stable atmospheric conditions, while a thunderstorm is a large, rotating storm system with high winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters.

• A hurricane is a large, rotating storm system with high winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters, while a thunderstorm is a localized storm with lightning, thunder, and heavy rain that forms in unstable atmospheric conditions.

How are hurricanes formed?

• Hurricanes are formed when cold, dry air over the ocean rises and cools, creating an area of low pressure.

• Hurricanes are formed when warm, moist air over land rises and cools, creating an area of low pressure.

• Hurricanes are formed when warm, moist air over the ocean sinks and warms, creating an area of high pressure.

• Hurricanes are formed when warm, moist air over the ocean rises and cools, creating an area of low pressure.

What are the main characteristics of a thunderstorm?

• Absence of lightning and thunder, light rain, gentle breeze

• Presence of lightning and thunder, heavy snowfall, calm winds

• Presence of lightning and thunder, no rain, calm winds

• Presence of lightning and thunder, heavy rain, strong winds, sometimes hail

What are some ways to protect yourself from a hurricane?

• Ignoring the storm and staying at home

• Leaving your windows and doors open

• Evacuating to a safe location, securing your home, stocking up on essential supplies, staying informed about the storm's progress, and following the instructions of local authorities.

• Not paying attention to local authorities

What are some signs that a hurricane or thunderstorm is approaching?

• Darkening skies, strong winds, heavy rain, thunder, and lightning.

• Cloudy skies, moderate winds, light rain, no thunder or lightning.

• Bright sunshine, gentle breeze, light rain, no thunder or lightning.

• Clear skies, calm winds, light rain, no thunder or lightning.

Why is it important to be prepared for natural hazards?

• To save lives and minimize damage.

• To waste time and resources.

• To cause more damage and loss of life.

• To increase the likelihood of natural hazards occurring.