Tornadoes devastate Hudsonville and Standale, Michigan, April 1956

The video discusses the devastating impact of tornadoes on Hudsonville, Michigan, highlighting the extent of damage, casualties, and financial losses. It provides geographical context, comparing the event to the Flint disaster of 1953, and includes vivid eyewitness descriptions of the tornado's appearance.

Which state experienced the most severe impact from the tornadoes?

• Michigan

• Illinois

• Ohio

• Indiana

What was the population of Hudsonville at the time of the tornado?

• 1,500

• 2,000

• 3,000

• 2,500

What did an eyewitness describe seeing after the tornado hit their house?

• A neighbor's house

• The roof of their house

• A rainbow

• A clear sky

Which suburb of Grand Rapids also showed evidence of the tornado's fury?

• Kalamazoo

• Flint

• Standale

• Lansing

How did an eyewitness describe the appearance of the tornado?

• A flat, wide cloud

• A big fan-shaped cloud with little horns

• A bright, colorful cloud

• A small, thin cloud