Understanding Tornado Safety and Art Projects

Matthew shares his experience during a tornado warning at school. He learns about cardinal and intermediate directions, such as northeast, and participates in an art project involving a field trip to collect tree samples from different directions around the school. The project helps reinforce the concept of directions using a compass rose.

What was the reason for the students and teachers to go to the basement?

• To stay safe from a tornado

• To practice a fire drill

• To hide from a surprise test

• To have a party

How far was the tornado spotted from the school?

• Seven miles

• Five miles

• Ten miles

• Twelve miles

Which of the following is NOT a cardinal direction?

• North

• South

• Northeast

• West

What are the four intermediate directions?

• North, South, East, West

• Northwest, Southwest, Northeast, Southeast

• Up, Down, Left, Right

• Forward, Backward, Sideways, Diagonal

Where is northwest located on a compass rose?

• Between south and east

• Between north and west

• Between south and west

• Between north and east

What did the teacher use to explain the intermediate directions?

• A globe

• A map

• A compass rose

• A weather chart

What was the purpose of the art project?

• To learn about trees and directions

• To make a model of the school

• To create a weather chart

• To draw pictures of animals

What did the students collect during their field trip?

• Leaves and bark rubbings

• Rocks and minerals

• Water samples

• Insects and flowers

How did the students identify the trees they found?

• By using a book and the internet

• By guessing based on the leaves

• By asking the teacher

• By using a smartphone app

What did the students draw in the middle of their construction paper?

• A diagram of a tree

• A small school with a compass rose

• A picture of a tornado

• A map of the town