Understanding Hurricane Dorian and Stalling Phenomena

Understanding Hurricane Dorian and Stalling Phenomena

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant consequence of a hurricane stalling over a region?

It leads to more rainfall and damage.

It increases the speed of the hurricane.

It causes the hurricane to dissipate quickly.

It reduces the amount of rainfall.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a hurricane move according to the video?

It moves independently without any external influence.

It follows the path of ocean currents.

It is carried along by larger wind patterns.

It is directed by the Earth's magnetic field.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens at a stagnation point for a hurricane?

The hurricane dissipates.

The hurricane remains stationary.

The hurricane changes direction.

The hurricane speeds up.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What trend has been observed in the speed of hurricanes over the years?

Hurricanes are becoming more predictable.

Hurricanes are moving faster than before.

There is no change in the speed of hurricanes.

Hurricanes are moving slower than before.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one suspected reason for the increase in stalling hurricanes?

A change in ocean salinity levels.

A reduction in overall tropical wind patterns.

An increase in tropical wind patterns.

A decrease in global temperatures.