Exploring the Galveston Hurricane of 1900

The video explores the catastrophic 1900 hurricane that devastated Galveston, Texas, killing thousands and destroying much of the city. It highlights Galveston's prosperity before the storm, the failure of weather predictions, and the massive impact of the hurricane. The aftermath saw significant recovery efforts, including the construction of a seawall and raising the city's elevation. Despite these engineering feats, Galveston never regained its former economic prominence, overshadowed by Houston's rise. The video also touches on the ongoing challenges of living in hurricane-prone areas.

What category was the hurricane that hit Galveston in 1900?

• Category 4

• Category 3

• Category 2

• Category 5

What was Galveston known as due to its economic importance?

• Gold Coast of Texas

• Financial Hub of the South

• Wall Street of the Southwest

• Silicon Valley of the South

Which expert initially dismissed the threat of a hurricane to Galveston?

• Isaac Cline

• William Redfield

• Joseph Cline

• John Blagdon

What critical error did the US weather services make regarding hurricane predictions?

• Ignored European models

• Overlooked Cuban meteorologists' warnings

• Relied solely on satellite imagery

• Misinterpreted the storm's path

What major structure was built to protect Galveston from future hurricanes?

• Underground storm shelters

• A large dam

• An extensive levee system

• A giant concrete seawall

How high was the seawall built in Galveston after the 1900 hurricane?

• 17 feet

• 12 feet

• 15 feet

• 20 feet

What was the primary reason for raising the elevation of Galveston?

• To attract more tourists

• To prevent future flooding

• To improve the view of the ocean

• For better waste management

Which city became the major port in Texas after Galveston's decline?

• San Antonio

• Austin

• Dallas

• Houston

What natural resource discovery shifted economic focus away from Galveston to Houston?

• Gold

• Oil

• Coal

• Natural Gas

What year did Hurricane Ike strike Galveston?

• 2012

• 2010

• 2005

• 2008