Try The Storm Chaser Test

StormSector presents the "storm chaser" test! This is a test designed to educate the public and allow you to find out how much you know about storm chasing. Each test has 14 questions with only one correct answer. Just like an IQ test, you will get a score at the end with a custom link to this site. There is no time limit and you can take the test over if you're not satisfied with your score. Take your time and choose the best answer for the question.

1. When was the Storm Prediction Center(SPC) named?

1990
1993
1995
1985

2. What popular communication method do some storm chasers use?

CB radio units
Ham Radio
Cell phones
Both B and C.

3. What is the Fujita scale?

A scale that differentiates tornado intensity and links tornado damage with wind speed.
A scale to classify the size of a tornado.
A scale that is based on the width of a tornado.
None of the above.

4. A severe thunderstorm produces hail at least...

3/4 inch or larger.
1 inch or larger
1/2 inch or larger
baseball size or larger.

5. A storm spotter usually...

is a volunteer for a specific location to watch for and report severe weather.
is also called a chaser.
drives hundreds of miles per day.
only reports large tornadoes.

6. A high risk area means that...

a hurricane will occur.
a widespread severe weather outbreak is forecasted.
chasers should stay away from the zone.
the power is out.

7. Which of the following terms does not belong in the group (hail, tornado, damaging winds, hurricane)?

hail
tornado
damaging winds
hurricane

8. What does a "hook echo" indicate on radar?

A Mesocyclone
A tornado
A wall cloud
None of the above.

9. Where is the Storm Prediction Center located?

Kansas City, Missouri
Norman, Oklahoma
Dallas, Texas
Omaha, Nebraska

10. A "loaded gun" day means...

the day has all of the variables present for significant severe weather event(s).
the air is too hot for anything to occur.
a large tornado will occur.
heavy snowfall is forecasted.

11. (extra credit) What is your favorite storm chasing website?

stormsector.com
weather.com
noaa.gov
comedycentral.com

12. A storm chaser should watch out for ________.

traffic and damage
other chasers
speed traps
news media

13. A tornado watch means...

conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms and tornadoes in and close to the watch area.
conditions are favorable for a tornado outbreak.
several tornadoes are forecasted.
tornadoes a mile wide or larger are forecasted in the watch area.

14. While storm chasing in Kansas, you watch frequent lightning that appears to be just to your north. You should...

stay inside your car.
get outside for pictures.
stay away from tall objects if possible.
Both A and C.

Test Results Information
Review your answers before submitting. Click "score me" to have your test graded when your finished! This test is an educational resource only and does not constitute a certification or license, or benchmark for legitimate and responsible storm chasing. Education, years of experience, and skills will never replace any single test. For more information on storm chasing, read here. Your local National Weather Service office also has information on volunteering and learning about severe weather.

The test questions and answers are based on widely available data and information that has been the consensus of the atmospheric science community.

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