Hurricane Knowledge Assessment

The video explores the power and impact of hurricanes, explaining the Saphir-Simpson scale used to categorize them. It discusses various hurricanes, from Category 1 to Category 5, highlighting their destructive potential and historical examples. The video also addresses the future of hurricanes in the context of climate change, predicting increased intensity. Additionally, it includes a promotion for Skillshare, offering viewers a chance to learn new skills.

What is the Saphir-Simpson scale used for?

• Measuring earthquake intensity

• Measuring hurricane intensity

• Measuring tornado intensity

• Measuring tsunami intensity

What is the minimum wind speed required for a storm to be classified as a Category 1 hurricane?

• 95 miles per hour

• 85 miles per hour

• 74 miles per hour

• 65 miles per hour

Which hurricane was the costliest natural disaster in Costa Rica's history?

• Hurricane Arthur

• Hurricane Otto

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Nate

What wind speed range defines a Category 3 hurricane?

• 130-156 miles per hour

• 111-129 miles per hour

• 96-110 miles per hour

• 74-95 miles per hour

Which hurricane struck Galveston in 1900, causing massive destruction?

• Galveston Hurricane

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane Harvey

• Hurricane Florence

Which hurricane holds the record for the highest wind speeds ever measured?

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane John

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Patricia

What is the expected increase in hurricane intensity by 2100 due to climate change?

• 1-5%

• 2-11%

• 5-15%

• 10-20%

Which hurricane was the longest lasting, at 31 days?

• Hurricane John

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Tip

• Hurricane Florence

Which hurricane was the largest to ever strike the US?

• Hurricane Sandy

• Hurricane Katrina

• Hurricane Harvey

• Hurricane Florence

What platform is recommended for learning new skills, as mentioned in the video?

• LinkedIn Learning

• Coursera

• Udemy

• Skillshare