Unusual Weather Phenomena: Ball Lightning and More
  • 1. What is ball lightning?
A) A rare and unexplained atmospheric electrical phenomenon
B) A form of hail
C) A tornado-like event
D) A type of thunderstorm
  • 2. What is a common characteristic of ball lightning?
A) Spherical shape
B) Cubical shape
C) Triangular shape
D) Elliptical shape
  • 3. What is 'St. Elmo's Fire'?
A) A type of fire caused by lightening
B) A specific type of lightning
C) A rare kind of meteor shower
D) A weather phenomenon related to electrical discharge
  • 4. What type of cloud is associated with thunder and lightning?
A) Nimbostratus
B) Cirrus
C) Stratus
D) Cumulonimbus
  • 5. What is 'heat lightning'?
A) A type of ball lightning
B) Lightning that produces heat
C) Lightning that occurs in very hot conditions
D) Lightning from a distant storm that is not heard
  • 6. What is the common duration of ball lightning events?
A) A few seconds
B) Less than one second
C) More than 10 minutes
D) An hour or more
  • 7. Ball lightning typically occurs during which weather conditions?
A) During heavy snowfall
B) During clear skies
C) During high winds
D) During thunderstorms
  • 8. What safety precautions are often recommended during thunderstorm conditions to avoid ball lightning?
A) Stand near windows
B) Go outside to observe it
C) Use electronic devices
D) Stay indoors and avoid electrical appliances
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