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