Hurricanes Webquest

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How is Hurricane Katrina used as a metaphor in the video?

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As an opportunity for a fresh start

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What has the narrator gained a better understanding of 10 years after Katrina?

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Human nature and perspectives

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How do people feel about the progress made 10 years after Katrina?

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There is a mix of progress and stagnation

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What did Hurricane Katrina reveal about contemporary society?

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The isolation between people

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What is suggested as a way to bring about the biggest change in the community? Options: Building more infrastructure, Increasing government aid, Encouraging people to return, Promoting tourism

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Encouraging people to return

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What is the minimum ocean water temperature required for the formation of a tropical cyclone?

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26° Celsius

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In which ocean are tropical cyclones referred to as typhoons?

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Western Pacific

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A tropical cyclone with sustained winds of 178 to 208 kph is classified as a Category ___ storm.

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3

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What is the main factor that differentiates a tropical storm from a hurricane? Options: Wind speed, Temperature, Moisture content, Ocean location

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Wind speed

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Hurricanes can cause a temporary rise in sea level known as a storm ___.

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surge