TORNADO - 6th Grade Middle School

TORNADO - 6th Grade Middle School

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30 Qs

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TORNADO - 6th Grade Middle School

TORNADO - 6th Grade Middle School

Assessment

Quiz

Science

6th - 8th Grade

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Created by

Donita Owens

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30 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Describe/define a TORNADO

A tornado is a violent windstorm characterized by a twisting, funnel-shaped cloud that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.
A tornado is a type of earthquake that causes ground shaking.
A tornado is a calm weather phenomenon with no wind or rain.
A tornado is a large body of water that forms in the ocean.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When do Tornadoes form?


Tornadoes form only in winter months.
Tornadoes can only occur in flat areas.
Tornadoes form during severe thunderstorms under specific atmospheric conditions.
Tornadoes are caused by volcanic activity.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which direction does moist and dry air move during a tornado?

Moist air rises and moves upward; dry air moves downward.
Moist air moves horizontally; dry air moves vertically.
Both moist and dry air move upward during a tornado.
Moist air moves downward; dry air rises and moves upward.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Gulf of Mexico affect a TORNADOES?

Tornadoes are formed only over land, not near water bodies.
The Gulf of Mexico has no impact on tornadoes.
The Gulf of Mexico cools the air, preventing tornado formation.
The Gulf of Mexico contributes warm, moist air that can enhance tornado formation.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Canada affect TORNADOES?

Canada has no impact on tornado formation.
Canada affects tornadoes by providing the geographical and climatic conditions necessary for their formation.
Canada prevents tornadoes from forming altogether.
Tornadoes only occur in the United States, not Canada.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What scale is used to measure TORNADOES?

Enhanced Fujita (EF) Scale
Saffir-Simpson Scale
Beaufort Scale
Richter Scale

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the difference between a TORNADO WATCH an a TORNADO WARNING?

A TORNADO WATCH indicates potential for tornadoes; a TORNADO WARNING indicates an actual tornado is occurring.
A TORNADO WATCH is a warning for high winds; a TORNADO WARNING is for hail.
A TORNADO WATCH is issued for severe thunderstorms; a TORNADO WARNING is for heavy rain.
A TORNADO WATCH means a tornado is happening; a TORNADO WARNING means it might happen.

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