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  • 1. 

    What Is the difference between a Tornado and Cyclone?

    • A.

      A Tornado is blue and a cyclone is grey.

    • B.

      Tornadoes form on land.

    • C.

      Cyclones are more powerful in a small area.

    Correct Answer
    B. Tornadoes form on land.
    Explanation
    The given answer is correct because it accurately identifies one of the main differences between tornadoes and cyclones. Tornadoes specifically form on land, whereas cyclones can form over both land and water. This distinction is important in understanding the specific characteristics and formation patterns of these two weather phenomena.

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  • 2. 

    People, cars and buildings can be blown away or damaged in a tornado.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    In a tornado, the strong and violent winds can cause significant damage to people, cars, and buildings. The high-speed winds can easily pick up and carry away lightweight objects, including individuals. Additionally, the powerful winds can cause structural damage to buildings, leading to their collapse or destruction. Cars can also be lifted and thrown by the tornado, causing damage to both the vehicle and anyone inside. Therefore, it is true that people, cars, and buildings can be blown away or damaged in a tornado.

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  • 3. 

    What causes a Tornado?

    • A.

      When is gets really windy and the wind gets sucked up.

    • B.

      Thunderstorms develop tornadoes.

    • C.

      People- Global Warming.

    Correct Answer
    B. Thunderstorms develop tornadoes.
    Explanation
    Thunderstorms develop tornadoes. Tornadoes are typically formed within severe thunderstorms that have certain atmospheric conditions. These conditions include warm and moist air near the surface, strong wind shear (change in wind direction and speed with height), and a powerful updraft. As the updraft intensifies within the thunderstorm, it can start rotating horizontally. If this rotation is tilted vertically by the wind shear, it can form a tornado. Therefore, thunderstorms play a crucial role in the formation and development of tornadoes.

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  • 4. 

    Where was the worst tornado?

    • A.

      China

    • B.

      Bahamas

    • C.

      Bangladesh

    Correct Answer
    C. Bangladesh
    Explanation
    Bangladesh is known to be one of the countries most prone to tornadoes. It is located in a region known as the "Tornado Alley of South Asia," where the atmospheric conditions are favorable for the formation of tornadoes. The country experiences frequent tornadoes, especially during the spring and summer months when hot and humid air masses collide. These tornadoes often cause significant damage to infrastructure and agriculture, making Bangladesh one of the worst-hit areas in terms of tornado activity.

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  • 5. 

    12000 people were injured in Bangladesh.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement states that 12,000 people were injured in Bangladesh. The answer is true because it directly confirms the fact mentioned in the statement.

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  • 6. 

    How many homeless people died?

    • A.

      90 000 people

    • B.

      60 000 people

    • C.

      80 000 people

    Correct Answer
    C. 80 000 people
    Explanation
    According to the given information, the number of homeless people who died is 80,000.

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  • 7. 

    What is the most severe type of tornado?

    • A.

      F5

    • B.

      E5

    • C.

      R5

    Correct Answer
    A. F5
    Explanation
    An F5 tornado is the most severe type of tornado. The Fujita scale, or F-scale, is used to measure the intensity of tornadoes based on the damage they cause. An F5 tornado is categorized as "incredible" with wind speeds over 200 mph, capable of causing devastating damage to structures and even completely leveling well-constructed houses. It is the highest rating on the scale and represents the most extreme and destructive tornadoes.

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  • 8. 

    Where are most tornadoes?

    • A.

      Australia and New Zealand

    • B.

      Asia

    • C.

      United States of America

    Correct Answer
    C. United States of America
    Explanation
    The correct answer is United States of America. Tornadoes are most commonly found in the United States due to its unique geographical features, such as the collision of warm moist air from the Gulf of Mexico with cool dry air from Canada, creating ideal conditions for tornado formation. Additionally, the Great Plains region, known as Tornado Alley, experiences a high frequency of tornadoes due to its flat terrain and atmospheric instability. While tornadoes can occur in other parts of the world, the United States has the highest number of tornadoes annually.

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