Hurricane Knowledge Quiz

What is the primary difference between hurricanes, typhoons, and tropical cyclones?

• Their location

• Their duration

• Their size

• Their speed

In which ocean are hurricanes referred to as typhoons?

• Indian Ocean

• South Pacific Ocean

• Northwest Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

How fast can hurricanes move?

• Up to 75 miles per hour or faster

• Up to 100 miles per hour

• Up to 50 miles per hour

• Up to 60 miles per hour

What makes hurricanes particularly dangerous?

• Their small size

• Their fast movement

• Their short duration

• Their unpredictable paths

What is the eye of the hurricane?

• The part with the heaviest rain

• The outermost part of the hurricane

• The calm center of the hurricane

• The fastest part of the hurricane

Why is it not safe to be in the eye of the hurricane?

• Because it is the coldest part

• Because the winds around it are the fastest

• Because it is the wettest part

• Because it is the hottest part

What kind of damage can hurricanes cause?

• Only damage to small buildings

• Only damage to vehicles

• Only damage to trees

• Damage to both trees and strong buildings

What is a common consequence of the heavy rain brought by hurricanes?

• Tornadoes

• Drought

• Earthquakes

• Flooding

What is one of the key factors that help us prepare for hurricanes?

• Knowing what causes them

• Predicting their exact path

• Knowing their exact speed

• Knowing their exact size

What should you do if there is an evacuation order during a hurricane?

• Stay indoors

• Ignore the order

• Follow the evacuation order

• Go outside to observe