Hurricane Knowledge Quiz

What is the minimum wind speed of a hurricane?

• 50 miles per hour

• 64 miles per hour

• 74 miles per hour

Where is the eye of a hurricane located?

• At the edge of the storm

• In the center of the storm

• Above the storm

Over what type of water do hurricanes form?

• Cold ocean water

• Warm ocean water

• Freshwater lakes

What type of air pressure is needed for a hurricane to form?

• High air pressure

• Low air pressure

• No air pressure

What is one destructive effect of hurricane winds?

• They create new habitats

• They can break tree trunks and destroy buildings

• They provide water for plants

How can hurricanes be helpful to the environment?

• They remove native plants

• They provide water for plants and create habitats

• They increase air pressure

What do meteorologists use to gather information about hurricanes?

• Submarines

• Satellites and special planes

• Weather balloons only

What do computer models predict about hurricanes?

• Their color and size

• Their strength, direction, and speed

• Their temperature

What should you do before a hurricane?

• Open all windows

• Prepare an emergency action plan

• Stay outdoors

What should you do with objects in your yard before a hurricane?

• Leave them outside

• Move them inside so they don’t blow away

• Paint them