HMH M3W3 Comprehension Test

1. Where do hurricanes start?

• in the Atlantic Ocean in easterly waves over western Africa.
• in the East China Sea over Japan.
• over the Australia.
• south of California.

2. What causes a tropical storm to be labeled as a hurricane?

• the eye of the storm passes over
• wind speeds reach 74 mph.
• rainbands produce 10 inches of rain.
• the hurricane changing courses

3. What seasons do hurricanes form?

• winter snd summer
• winter and spring
• fall and spring
• summer and fall

4. Name 2 things a hurricanes needs to form?

• dry air and heat
• dry and cool air
• moist air and heat
• moist air ans cool temps

5. What is the name of the category 4 hurricane that hit New Orleans in 2005?

• Phillip
• Katrina
• Mary
• Tiffany

6. What is the correct term used for the weather man?

• astrologist
• geologist
• meteorologist
• archaeologist

7. When categorizing hurricanes, scientists rate their strength, what is being measured?

• coastal region
• midwest region
• Northern region
• The South

8. What are 2 effects of a storm surge?

• dust storms occur
• Volcanic eruptions
• earthquakes
• washes out roads and washes away beaches.

9. Name 2 items that should be in an emergency hurricane kit?

• toothbrush and curling iron
• flashlight and batteries
• pen and paper
• swimsuit and towel

10. What are the wind speeds for a category 5 hurricane?

• 96-110 mph
• above 155
• 111-130 mph
• 74-95mph