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Where do thunderstorms form?

• On mountain tops

• In cumulonimbus clouds

• On the surface of the ocean

• In the upper atmosphere

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What is the center of a hurricane called?

• The vortex

• The epicenter

• The eye

• The core

How do tornadoes form?

• In the eye of a hurricane

• During heavy rainfall

• When cold and warm air meet

• From high-pressure systems only

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What is a waterspout?

• A tornado that forms over water

• A type of hurricane

• A heavy rainstorm

• A whirlpool in the ocean

How do scientists measure the power of hurricanes?

• By measuring sea temperatures

• By flying airplanes into the storm

• By tracking lightning strikes

• By using satellites

What is the average duration a tornado stays on the ground?

• More than a week

• 1 to 2 days

• Several hours

• Less than 10 minutes

What kind of damage does an F1 tornado cause?

• Light damage

• Moderate damage

• Significant damage

• Severe damage

Which area is known for most tornadoes in the United States?

• Cyclone City

• Tornado Alley

• Hurricane Highway

• Tornado Valley

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What happens to hurricanes when they hit land?

• They get stronger

• They turn into tornadoes

• They change direction

• They begin to lose power