What is a hurricane?

Natural Disasters Quiz

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English
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9th Grade
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Easy
Dustin Bernier
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm
A powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain
A sudden shaking of the ground
The release of magma, ash, and gases from a volcano
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where do hurricanes typically occur?
Along fault lines
Low-lying areas near rivers
Coastal areas, particularly in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
Central U.S. (Tornado Alley)
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where do earthquakes commonly occur?
Coastal areas
Low-lying areas near rivers
Along fault lines, especially in regions like the Pacific Ring of Fire
Central U.S. (Tornado Alley)
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What sphere is affected by earthquakes?
Atmosphere
Hydrosphere
Lithosphere
Biosphere
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a drought?
A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall
A sudden shaking of the ground
An overflow of water that submerges land
A rotating column of air
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a volcanic eruption?
A rotating column of air
A powerful tropical storm
The release of magma, ash, and gases from a volcano
An overflow of water
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a tornado?
A rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground
A powerful tropical storm
A sudden shaking of the ground
The release of magma
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