ARH AQA A level Hurricane Sandy Quiz

When did Hurricane Sandy begin in the Western Caribbean?

• October 22, 2012

• November 1, 2012

• September 15, 2012

• October 5, 2012

What does the map in Figure 1 show?

• Track and areas affected by Hurricane Sandy

• Population density in the USA

• Economic impact zones

• Weather patterns in November 2012

What percentage of Guernsey's entire overseas aid budget was donated to ActionAid UK's Haiti appeal after Hurricane Sandy?

• 10%

• 12.5%

• 15%

• 20%

How many homes were swept away in Siboney, Cuba, due to Hurricane Sandy?

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 20,000

• 25,000

What was the wind speed experienced in the USA during Hurricane Sandy?

• 120 km/h

• 130 km/h

• 144 km/h

• 150 km/h

How many homes were left without power due to 30cm of snow in Connecticut?

• 100,000

• 200,000

• 300,000

• 400,000

What was the advice given by Mayor Bloomberg to residents without heating?

• Stay indoors

• Use candles

• Go to a shelter

• Call emergency services

How many people were sheltered by the Red Cross during Hurricane Sandy?

• 5,000

• 11,000

• 20,000

• 30,000

What was the impact on NYC's day-to-day life during Hurricane Sandy?

• Minimal disruption

• Severe disruption

• No disruption

• Moderate disruption

What was the effect of the storm surge on NYC's construction sites?

• Minimal damage

• Complete destruction

• Flooding and closures

• No effect