Mountain Climbing Safety

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What is one way the weather observer prepares before going outside in strong winds?

She stays inside and waits for the wind to die down

She talks to her team about the weather

She checks her gear and tools (correct)

She practices outside in the wind

What is shown in the picture above the text?

A weather station

A weather observer at work

A frozen tomato

A soap bubble experiment (correct)

Why does the weather observer's team have one person hold the worker's feet steady on the ladder?

To help the worker climb the ladder

To distract the worker from the wind

To help the worker hold the hammer

To keep the worker from falling off the ladder (correct)

What does the weather observer do to hack away at the ice?

Uses a big hammer Signup and view all the answers

What does the weather observer love about her job?

The cold and windy weather Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the 'silly science experiments' mentioned in the text?

Freezing soap bubbles Signup and view all the answers

What is the weather observer's mindset when she opens the door to go outside?

She is completely focused on her task Signup and view all the answers

Which statement would the weather observer in this article agree with?

Working at a weather station can be dangerous and exciting. Signup and view all the answers

What weather conditions cover Mount Washington in winter?

Snow and ice Signup and view all the answers

What do weather observers have to do to maintain the weather tools?

Climb up the tower to remove ice Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the weather tools?

To measure weather conditions Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to the weather tools on stormy days?

They clog up with ice Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'withstand'?

To be strong enough not to be harmed by something Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the section being read?

Ice, Be Nice Signup and view all the answers

What is the resource that expires on a specific date?

The downloaded resource Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the school where the resource was downloaded?

Keller ES Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the National Weather Service uses information from Mount Washington?

To make forecasts for the whole country Signup and view all the answers

What does the author compare walking into the wind to?

Walking across a river Signup and view all the answers

What does the author compare gusting winds to?

Trying to walk into the ocean through breaking waves Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the rainfall can mentioned in the text?

To measure how much rain has fallen Signup and view all the answers

Why does the weather observer move with extra care in the thick mist?

Because of all of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the main danger mentioned in the text when it's time to check the rainfall can?

Getting lost in heavy fog Signup and view all the answers

How does the weather observer ensure she doesn't get lost in the thick mist?

By counting her steps and trying not to let the wind blow her off her path Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of the passage 'Walking in Wild Weather'?

Describing the challenges of working at a weather station on Mount Washington Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Weather Observers at Work

Weather observers work in teams, with one person hacking away at the ice and the other holding their feet steady on the ladder.

Preparing for Extreme Weather

Before heading out, observers check their gear, practice what they need to do in their mind, and focus on the task at hand.

Fun in the Wind

Weather observers enjoy playing in the wind and doing silly science experiments, such as freezing soap bubbles and using frozen tomatoes to hammer nails into wood.

Working at the Weather Station

Observers must take care of the tools used for measuring weather, which are designed to withstand fierce wind, ice, and cold.
They must climb the weather tower and beat off ice with a heavy metal tool on stormy days.

Mount Washington Weather Station

The National Weather Service uses information from Mount Washington to make forecasts for the whole country.
In winter, Mount Washington is covered in snow and ice.

Challenges of the Job

Walking in strong winds is like walking across a river, and gusting winds are like trying to walk into the ocean through breaking waves.
Getting lost in heavy snow or fog is a real danger, and observers must move with extra care, counting their steps and trying not to let the wind blow them off their path.

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Description

This quiz is about the safety measures taken by observers in extreme weather conditions, specifically during mountain climbing. It highlights the importance of teamwork and gear checks before venturing out.