Lightning and thunder are caused by the rapid movement of electrical charges within the atmosphere, leading to a discharge that we see as lightning and hear as thunder.

MCQs

1. What is the primary visible manifestation of the electrical discharge in the atmosphere?

A) Rain
B) Lightning
C) Clouds
D) Snow

 

2. What do we hear as a result of the lightning discharge?

A) Birds chirping
B) Thunder
C) Wind howling
D) Leaves rustling

 

3. Which of the following is not directly involved in the formation of lightning and thunder?

A) Electrical charges
B) Air temperature
C) Water droplets
D) Wind speed

4. What is the role of air temperature in the formation of thunder?

A) It has no role
B) It determines the color of lightning
C) It influences the speed of sound
D) It contributes to the rapid expansion of air

5. How do electrical charges build up in the atmosphere to create lightning?

A) Through the movement of ocean currents
B) By the Earth rotating on its axis
C) By the interaction of water droplets and ice particles in clouds
D) Through the gravitational pull of the moon

 

Fill In The Blanks

Choose from these words: air, electrostatic, indoors

1. Lightning is a sudden __________ discharge that occurs during a thunderstorm.

 

2. Thunder is the sound created by the rapid expansion and contraction of ________ surrounding the lightning bolt.

 

3. It is important to stay ________ and away from windows during a thunderstorm to stay safe.

 

True/False Questions:

1. Lightning is hotter than the surface of the sun. (True/False)

2. Thunder is the sound made by clouds crashing together. (True/False)

3. It is safe to be outside during a thunderstorm. (True/False)

4. Thunder always comes before lightning. (True/False)

5. Lightning never strikes the same place twice. (True/False)

 

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