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Ready, Set . . . WAIT! - For Creative Minds Quiz

	1. What is another name for the center of the hurricane? Eye Storm surge Eye wall

	2. Winds rotate ________ in the northern hemisphere and _________ in the southern hemisphere. Clockwise; counter clockwise North; south Counter clockwise; clockwise

	3. How strong are category four hurricane winds? 131-155 miles per hour 114-135 knots per hour Both A & B are correct

	4. How many endangered American crocodiles survived Hurricane Andrew? Some All None

	5. How long can manatees stay underwater before needing to come up for air? 45 to 50 minutes 5 to 10 minutes 15 to 20 minutes

	6. On the Pacific Coast of Central America, when is the peak of hurricane season? Late August/ early September Late October/ early November Late July/ early August

	7. What type of storms can be found off the southeastern coast of Africa? Severe cyclonic storms Tropical cyclones Typhoons

	8. What part of the hurricane contains the most rain and strongest winds? Eyewall Eye Storm Surge

	9. Which term means that hurricane strength winds are possible in the area within 36 hours? Hurricane sighting Hurricane watch Hurricane warning

	10. What body part allows sharks to sense the falling pressure of an approaching storm? Eyes Inner ears Fins

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