Hurricane Resistant House Shapes Quiz

Which house shape offers the best hurricane resistance?

• Dome

• Rectangular

• Hexagon

• Octagon

Why are dome-shaped houses highly resistant to hurricanes?

• They use lightweight materials

• Their curved shape deflects wind

• They have flat walls

• They are built underground

What is a major construction challenge for dome-shaped houses?

• Unfamiliar building techniques

• Too many corners

• Weak roof connections

• Poor drainage

What structural weakness makes rectangular houses vulnerable during hurricanes?

• Heavy materials

• Flat walls and gabled roofs

• Too many windows

• Curved walls

Which solution helps protect rectangular houses from roof uplift?

• Paint the roof white

• Install skylights

• Use hurricane straps

• Add more windows

What design feature of octagon-shaped houses helps deflect wind?

• Central chimney

• Multiple angled sides

• Open floor plan

• Flat walls

Which problem is common to both dome and octagon houses?

• Poor ventilation

• Complex construction

• Weak foundations

• Flat walls

What benefit does elevating a house provide during hurricanes?

• Reduces flooding

• Increases ceiling height

• Improves insulation

• Prevents roof damage

Which house shape balances aesthetics and hurricane resistance?

• Triangle

• Rectangular

• Octagon

• Dome

Which hurricane is considered the largest in terms of physical size (diameter)?

• Hurricane Katrina

• • Hurricane Sandy

• • Typhoon Tip

• • Hurricane Yolanda