Natural Hazards Quiz

Match the “Natural Hazard” word with the definition. Strong storms that form over the ocean. They can cause heavy rain, high winds, and flooding.

• Hurricane
• flood

• tornado

• blizzard

Match the “Natural Hazard” word with the definition. An overflow of water on the ground that is normally dry. This natural hazard is caused by heavy rain, hurricanes, or quickly melting snow.

• Flood
• hurricanes

• tornadoes

• blizzard

Match the “Natural Hazard” word with the definition. A storm with high rotating winds, that forms over land. It looks like a funnel and can form very quickly.

• Tornado
• hurricane

• flood

• blizzard

Match the “Natural Hazard” word with the definition. This natural hazard happens when part of the solid ground under the Earth’s surface suddenly shifts. It causes waves of movement and vibrations in the ground. It can cause buildings and roads to shake.

• Earthquake
• flood

• blizzard

• hurricane

Match the “Natural Hazard” word with the definition. A powerful type of snowstorm with strong winds and large amounts of snow. This hazard can cause power lines and trees to fall. It would be dangerous to be trapped without warmth during this hazard.

• Blizzard
• hurricane

• flood

• tornado

Match the “Natural Hazard” word with the definition. This word means to leave your home, city, or state before the storm arrives to stay safe.

• Evacuate
• Stay

• Vacation

What kind of patterns warn us about hurricanes and tornadoes?

• weather

• climate

• picture

• puzzle

What kind of hazard can happen without warning?

• hurricane

• tornado

• flood

• earthquake

What kind of patterns warn us about hurricanes and tornadoes?

• weather

• climate

• puzzle

• picture

How do people protect themselves against hurricanes?

• by hiding in their basements or cellars

• by taking cover under a table

• by boarding up windows and using sandbags or evacuating

• by stopping, dropping, and rolling