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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part V: Strange News.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Isaac and his colleagues believe that the ____ is the single most destructive element in a hurricane.
(a) Air pressure.
(b) Wind.
(c) Waves.
(d) Rain.

2. Where does Simmons dock his ship?
(a) 9th Street.
(b) Avenue P.
(c) 23rd Street.
(d) Galveston Port.

3. How many men are eating at Ritter's Cafe and Saloon when the roof falls?
(a) 5.
(b) 13.
(c) 10.
(d) 33.

4. By what time is the water covering the first three blocks from the beach on the day of the storm?
(a) 2:30 p.m.
(b) 4:30 p.m.
(c) 7:30 p.m.
(d) 11:30 a.m.

5. How many cyclones has Captain Halsey survived?
(a) Ten.
(b) Eight.
(c) Two.
(d) Fifteen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Isaac's youngest daughter?

2. What time does six-year-old Isaac get up to start his chores?

3. Who writes parodies about the efforts of the weather service?

4. Weather service stations are accused of doing all but one of the following:

5. What does Moore ban from Cuba?

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