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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Beach: September 8, 1900.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year did Galveston experience a big fire?
(a) 1883.
(b) 1893.
(c) 1885.
(d) 1895.

2. What is the name of the steamship in the gulf on the day of the Hurricane?
(a) Missouri.
(b) Pensacola.
(c) Utah.
(d) Savannah.

3. A photograph of Isaac shows him to be what?
(a) Ugly.
(b) Short.
(c) A child.
(d) Vain.

4. The Friday before the hurricane brings what?
(a) Rough seas.
(b) Torrential rain.
(c) Strong wind.
(d) Cooler weather.

5. On what street do Isaac and his family live in Galveston?
(a) Main Street.
(b) Avenue Q.
(c) Miles Street.
(d) Orchard Avenue.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Isaac's brother, Joseph?

2. What is Isaac's occupation in addition to being a meteorologist?

3. Where is Isaac's office?

4. What could Isaac feel the night before the storm?

5. How many blocks does Isaac live from the beach?

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