Dangers of Lightning
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- Q1How many deaths were caused by lightning between the years of 1999 and 2007?2375260253720530s
- Q2What is the annual average number of deaths caused by lightning in South Africa?More than 2375More than 260More than 205More than 35030s
- Q3Why does Mr Mofokeng think the numbers stated in the article are not necessarily accurate?It is likely that some deaths are not reported.It is likely that people make up the numbers.It is possible that some people struck by lightning did not die.It is likely that many people died of causes other than lightning.30s
- Q4Which two provinces have the highest risk for being hit by lightning?Eastern Cape and KwaZulu NatalEastern Cape and Western CapeMpumalanga and LimpopoGauteng and North West30s
- Q5Which two provinces are the most safe with regards to lightning?Northern Cape and Western CapeGauteng and North WestMpumalanga and LimpopoNorthern Cape and Eastern Cape30s
- Q6Which of the following is one incorrect myth about lightning in which people in South Africa believe?Standing in an open field is an unsafe place during a lightning storm.Standing under a tree is not a safe way to avoid being hit by lightning.Covering your mirrors during a storm will prevent your house being struck by lightning.Placing car tyres on the roof of your home will attract lightning.30s
- Q7Which of the following about lightning is incorrect?Lightning can strike from a distance.Lightning can strike if thunder is heard in the distance.Lightning is only dangerous during a severe storm.Lightning can strike after a storm has passed.30s
- Q8Which percentage of lightning strikes are of the negative downward type, where the highest object in an area is struck?90%More than 90%5%More than 5%30s
- Q9Which sports mentioned in the article should not be played during a storm?Soccer and table tennisGolf and squashIndoor hockey and tennisGolf and swimming30s
- Q10A KwaZulu-Natal MEC said that incidences of lightning are becoming more severe. To what did the MEC contribute this?Climate changeStorms surprising people more oftenMore storms occurring during the day when people are outsideMore people standing outside during storms30s