Hurricane Quiz
Things could get a little windy this summer. Test your hurricane smarts with this timely quiz!
- 1.
The Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1 and ends on:
- A.
Oct. 30
- B.
Nov. 1
- C.
Nov. 15
- D.
Nov. 30
Correct Answer
D. Nov. 30Explanation
The Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1 and ends on November 30 of each year.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What percentage of coastal dwellers are ready for a hurricane?
- A.
100%
- B.
50%
- C.
25%
- D.
15%
Correct Answer
B. 50%Explanation
A recent survey states that only half of coastal dwellers have a disaster plan in place in case a hurricane strikes.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many coastal dwellers would refuse to evacuate in the face of an impending hurricane?
- A.
One out of two
- B.
One out of four
- C.
One out of eight
- D.
One out of ten
Correct Answer
C. One out of eightExplanation
A recent survey showed that one out of eight people would refuse to evacuate, even if ordered to do so.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What year did the U.S. Weather Bureau switch to using men's names, as well as women's names?
- A.
1960
- B.
1965
- C.
1972
- D.
1979
Correct Answer
D. 1979Explanation
In 1979, the U.S. Weather Bureau switched to using both men's and women's names for naming storms. This change was made to promote gender equality and inclusivity in the naming of weather events. Prior to this, only women's names were used, which had been a long-standing tradition. By including men's names as well, the Weather Bureau aimed to recognize and represent the diversity of individuals affected by storms.Rate this question:
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- 5.
On the Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale, how many categories of hurricanes are there?
- A.
Five
- B.
Four
- C.
Three
- D.
Two
Correct Answer
A. FiveExplanation
There are five categories of hurricanes (listed in order of intensity)on the Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What was the last hurricane to make a direct hit on Cape Cod?
- A.
Hurricane Gloria
- B.
Hurricane Bob
- C.
Hurricane Edouard
- D.
Hurricane Noel
Correct Answer
B. Hurricane BobExplanation
Hurricane Bob came ashore on Cape Cod on August 19, 1991.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What is the center of a hurricane called?
- A.
The middle
- B.
The eye
- C.
The apex
- D.
The sweet spot
Correct Answer
B. The eyeExplanation
The center of the storm is called the "eye."Rate this question:
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- 8.
How warm does the water temperature have to be for a hurricane to form?
- A.
65
- B.
70
- C.
75
- D.
80
Correct Answer
D. 80Explanation
Hurricanes only form over really warm water of 80 degrees or warmer.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the most devastating element of a hurricane?
- A.
Wind speed
- B.
Storm surge
- C.
Wind direction
- D.
Barometric pressure
Correct Answer
B. Storm surgeExplanation
Storm surges are frequently the most devastating element of a hurricane. A storm surge can cause major flooding.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Is there a difference between a hurricane and a typhoon?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
A hurricane and a typhoon are the same kind of storm. In the Western Pacific, this type of storm is called a typhoon.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What wind speeds are associated with a tropical storm?
- A.
25 to 38 mph
- B.
39 to 73 mph
- C.
74 to 95 mph
- D.
96 to 110 mph
Correct Answer
B. 39 to 73 mphExplanation
A tropical storm has maximum sustained wind speeds from 39 to 73 mph. A category 1 hurricane has wind speeds of 74 to 95 mph, while a category 2 hurricane has wind speeds of 96 to 110 mph.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Is it safe to go outside during a hurricane?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
Always stay indoors during a hurricane, because strong winds will blow things around. Stay away from low-lying and flood prone areas.Rate this question:
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