Hurricanes!

What is the calm area in the center of a hurricane called?

• Wall
• Eye
• Arm
• Hole

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Where are the strongest winds and heaviest rains in a hurricane located?

• In the eyewall
• In the outer bands
• On the leading edge
• On the lagging edge

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The pressure inside a hurricane is _______.

• High
• Low

In order for a hurricane to form, the water must be ________.

• Cool
• Warm
• Cold
• Hot

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What causes damage in a hurricane?

• Winds
• Flooding
• Storm Surge
• All of the above

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2. Which are bigger, hurricanes or tornadoes?

• Tornadoes
• Hurricanes

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What is another name for a hurricane below the Equator (in Australia)?

• hurricane
• matey
• cyclone
• krikey

What is the name of a scientist who studies weather?

• biologist
• geologist
• optometrist
• meterorologist

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What is the most powerful part of a hurricane?

• Eye

• Eye Wall

• Storm surge

• Edge

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How do you protect yourself in a hurricane?

• Close all doors and windows

• Use sand bags for barriers

• Have plenty of food and water

• All of the above

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