Atlantic Hurricanes Quiz

What is the primary energy source for hurricanes?

• Cold ocean water

• Mountain ranges

• Warm ocean water

• High altitude winds

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

In which direction do hurricanes rotate in the Northern Hemisphere?

• Vertically

• Clockwise

• Counterclockwise

• Horizontally

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What is the calm center of a hurricane called?

• Core

• Eye

• Rainband

• Eyewall

When does the official Atlantic hurricane season start?

• June 1

• July 1

• May 1

• August 1

What is the peak month of the Atlantic hurricane season?

• August

• November

• September

• October

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

What scale is used to categorize hurricanes?

• Beaufort Scale

• Saffir-Simpson Scale

• Fujita Scale

• Richter Scale

What is the most deadly hazard associated with hurricanes?

• Tornadoes

• High winds

• Heavy rainfall

• Storm surge

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What atmospheric condition is crucial for hurricane formation?

• Cold sea surface temperatures

• High pressure systems

• Low wind shear

• High wind shear

Which organization plays a vital role in providing hurricane warnings?

• American Red Cross

• Federal Emergency Management Agency

• National Hurricane Center

• National Weather Service

What is the term for the ring of intense thunderstorms surrounding the eye of a hurricane?

• Rainband

• Eyewall

• Outer band

• Storm front