Hurricanes and Climate Change Quiz

What was the most active Atlantic hurricane season on record?

• 2020

• 2019

• 2018

• 2021

What is the main reason for the increasing intensity of hurricanes?

• Industrialization

• Deforestation

• Volcanic eruptions

• Global warming

What is the name of the scale used to measure the intensity of a hurricane?

• Fujita scale

• Saffir-Simpson scale

• Beaufort scale

• Richter scale

At what temperature does the ocean need to be for hurricanes to form?

• 85°F

• 75°F

• 70°F

• 80°F

What is the main "fuel" for an hurricane?

• High Pressure

• Low Pressure

• Cold Ocean Water

• Warm Ocean Water

What is the name of the deadliest hurricane in American history?

• Hurricane Andrew

• Galveston hurricane

• Hurricane Harvey

• Hurricane Katrina

What is the cost of annual hurricane damage in the US projected to increase by in 2075?

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

What did New Orleans build after Hurricane Katrina to prevent future flooding?

• Temporary flood walls

• Power upgrades

• Stronger facilities

• System of levees

What is the main factor contributing to the increase in hurricane damage in the US?

• Government negligence

• Natural disasters

• Technological advancements

• Human activity

What is the average duration for hurricanes to weaken in recent times?

• 30 hours

• 20 hours

• 25 hours

• 35 hours