Tornadoes Wreak Havoc in Illinois

Eighteen tornadoes devastated northern Illinois, particularly Oak Lawn and Belvedere, resulting in 52 deaths and thousands of injuries. The destruction included homes, schools, and infrastructure. Federal aid was requested, and the state's tornado warning system is under review.

What was the immediate response by the authorities to prevent looting after the tornadoes?

• Imposing a curfew

• Deploying National Guardsmen with orders to shoot looters

• Distributing emergency supplies

• Setting up temporary shelters

Which two areas were most severely affected by the tornadoes?

• Springfield and Peoria

• Oak Lawn and Belvedere

• Rockford and Naperville

• Aurora and Joliet

What happened to the roller-skating rink in Oak Lawn during the tornadoes?

• It remained intact

• It was completely leveled

• It was flooded

• It was partially damaged

How did the tornadoes affect the school buses in Belvedere?

• They were swept away

• They were smashed to bits like toys

• They were submerged in water

• They were overturned

What action was taken at the federal level following the tornadoes?

• A national day of mourning was declared

• Federal aid was provided after a call to the White House

• A new tornado warning system was immediately implemented

• The National Weather Service was restructured