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Severe Weather Worksheet
⛈️ Part 1: Multiple Choice
1. What temperature conditions are needed for a tornado to form?
Cold air masses only
Warm, moist air meeting cold, dry air
Hot air masses only
Freezing temperatures
2. Which weather tool is used to track hurricanes?
Barometer
Thermometer
Doppler radar
Wind vane
3. What wind speed defines a Category 3 hurricane?
74-95 mph
96-110 mph
111-129 mph
130-156 mph
4. Which conditions can lead to flash flooding? (Check all that apply)
Heavy rainfall in a short time
Saturated ground
Clear, sunny skies
Dam or levee failure
✏️ Part 2: Short Answer Questions
5. Fill in the blanks:
The center of a hurricane is called the _____________, where winds are calm and skies are often clear. The strongest winds and heaviest rain occur in the _____________ surrounding this center.
6. Explain the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning.
7. List three safety measures you should take during a severe thunderstorm.
8. Describe how meteorologists use the Enhanced Fujita Scale (EF Scale) to classify tornadoes.
🌪️ Part 3: Critical Thinking
9. Why are mobile homes particularly dangerous during tornadoes, and what should residents do to stay safe?
10. Compare and contrast hurricanes and tornadoes. Include at least three similarities and three differences.
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