Mystery Science: Why are hurricanes so dangerous?

What is a hurricane?

• A small thunderstorm.

• A huge wind storm.

• A tornado-like storm.

• A lightning storm.

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Where do hurricanes begin?

• over the ocean

• out west

• over land

• up north

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Why are people asked to evacuate during a hurricane?

• To have a hurricane party and celebrate the storm
• To take advantage of the empty beaches and go for a swim
• To ensure their safety and minimize the risk of injury or death from the storm's impact.
• To witness the power of the hurricane firsthand and take photos

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How many categories are there in a hurricane ranking system

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

In a category 4 or 5 hurricane, winds can reach up to_____.

• 100 MPH

• 75 MPH

• 130 MPH

• 50 MPH

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What is a storm surge?

• A storm surge is a sudden increase in wind speed .

• A storm surge is a rise in sea level that pushes onto the land.

• A storm surge is a type of tornado caused by a storm.

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How do people build their houses to protect them from storm surges?

• They build them out of cement blocks.

• They build them up on stilts.

• They build them far away from the beaches.

• They build them out of metal.

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What else makes hurricanes so dangerous?

• The clouds because they bring lots of rain and cause flooding.

• The dangerous fish being pushed up to the shore?

• The sun that can cause dangerous sunburns

• The hail that can damage homes and cars.

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