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Isaac's Storm by Erik Larson - Quiz
  • 1. What natural disaster is the focus of 'Isaac's Storm'?
A) Earthquake
B) Flood
C) Hurricane
D) Tornado
  • 2. In which city does 'Isaac's Storm' primarily take place?
A) New Orleans
B) Galveston
C) Miami
D) Houston
  • 3. Who is the main character and meteorologist in the book?
A) Isaac Cline
B) Henry Cline
C) Robert Cline
D) Louisiana
  • 4. What vital lesson can be learned from 'Isaac's Storm'?
A) Trust technology completely
B) Ignore warnings unless confirmed
C) Respect the power of nature
D) Always stay in your homes during storms
  • 5. What was the estimated death toll from the hurricane?
A) 500 to 1,000
B) 15,000 to 20,000
C) 8,000 to 12,000
D) 1,500 to 3,000
  • 6. In what year did the hurricane hit Galveston?
A) 1910
B) 1905
C) 1900
D) 1898
  • 7. What was the main danger from the hurricane described in the book?
A) Cold Weather
B) Landslides
C) Storm Surge
D) High Winds
  • 8. Which theme is prevalent throughout the book?
A) Climate change
B) Urban development
C) Hubris and nature's power
D) Historical accuracy
  • 9. How did the residents of Galveston respond to warnings?
A) Prepared shelters
B) Evacuated immediately
C) Ignored them
D) Built dams
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