Severe Weather and Typhoon Safety Quiz

What are the hazardous conditions produced by thunderstorms?

• Heavy rain and lightning

• Sunny weather and light breeze

• Tornadoes and large hail

• Strong winds and snow

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How does a typhoon form?

• Due to excessive rainfall and flooding

• High temperatures around the sea surface causing water to evaporate and become warm and humid air

• As a result of water freezing and becoming cold

• Due to low temperatures around the sea surface

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What is the impact of typhoons?

• Minimal property damage and economic gain

• Loss of human life and severe flooding

• No impact on the environment

• Increase in agricultural productivity

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What should you do before a typhoon?

• Ignore the latest weather news

• Wade through the flood to avoid leptospirosis

• Cancel all travel and outdoor activities

• Prepare an emergency go bag and monitor weather reports

What should you do during a typhoon?

• Ignore the latest weather news, cancel all travel and outdoor activities

• Drive around to explore the weather, wade through the flood

• Go for a swim in the flood, wear light clothing

• Stay at home or in a safe place, wear dry and warm clothes

What are the main causes of a hurricane?

• Excessive snowfall and freezing temperatures

• High pressure and clear skies

• Warm ocean water and converging winds

• Low humidity and dry air

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What are the effects of a hurricane?

• Minimal impact on the environment

• Increased agricultural productivity

• Severe flooding and loss of human life

• Improved air quality

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How should you prepare for a hurricane?

• Ignore weather forecasts and go for a hike

• Stock up on emergency supplies and secure your home

• Leave windows and doors open to equalize pressure

• Drive around to explore the weather conditions

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What are the primary causes of a tornado?

• Excessive snowfall and freezing temperatures

• High pressure and clear skies

• Warm ocean water and converging winds

• Low humidity and dry air

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What are the impacts of a cyclone?

• Minimal property damage and economic gain

• Loss of human life and severe flooding

• No impact on the environment

• Increase in agricultural productivity

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