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Grade 3scienceStudents evaluate a design solution that reduces the impact of a weather-related hazard.

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Practice solutions for weather hazards with 10 problems, an answer key, and a printable PDF for Grade 3.

10 problems · Standards: 3-ESS3-1 · Difficulty: medium

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Grade: Grade 3
Subject: science
Topic: Students evaluate a design solution that reduces the impact of a weather-related hazard.
Pages: 3 · worksheet + answer key
Answer key: ✅ Included
Class time: about 15 min

1. A strong thunderstorm is coming with lightning. Solution A: Stand under a tall tree. Solution B: Go inside a building. Which solution is safer?
2. Heavy rain causes flooding in a neighborhood. Solution A: Build a wall of sandbags around homes. Solution B: Do nothing and hope the water goes away. Which solution better protects homes?
3. High winds from a storm can blow objects around. Solution A: Bring outdoor furniture inside. Solution B: Leave everything outside. Which solution reduces damage from flying objects?
4. A town wants to warn people about tornados quickly. Solution A: Send a text message to all phones. Solution B: Mail letters to every home. Which solution warns people faster?
5. Ice storms make roads slippery and dangerous. Solution A: Spread salt on the roads before the storm. Solution B: Wait until after the storm to clean roads. Which solution helps drivers stay safer during the storm?
6. A school wants to protect students during tornado warnings. They have two plans. Plan A costs less but students go to regular classrooms. Plan B costs more but students go to a basement with strong walls. Which plan better protects students and why?

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10 problems across 3 pages (worksheet + answer key)
Answer key included — every answer, ready to check
Standards: 3-ESS3-1
Skill: Students evaluate a design solution that reduces the impact of a weather-related hazard.
Suggested use: classwork, homework, or sub plans

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