10 Questions
Which city in Texas was struck by a Category 4 hurricane in 1900?
Galveston
What type of island was Galveston located on?
Barrier island
What did scientists initially predict about the path of the storm?
It would hit the East Coast of the U.S.
What was the wind speed of the hurricane when it struck Galveston?
135 miles per hour
How high did the waves rise within hours of the hurricane's arrival?
20 feet
True or false: Galveston, Texas was a popular vacation spot in 1900?
True
True or false: Galveston is located along the Gulf of Mexico?
True
True or false: Barrier islands can help slow down storms approaching the mainland?
True
True or false: The hurricane in 1900 was the worst natural disaster in U.S. history?
True
True or false: The hurricane had wind speeds of 135 miles per hour?
True
Test your knowledge about barrier islands and their role in protecting coastal areas from storms. Learn about Galveston, Texas, and how its barrier island helped in slowing down storms. Find out the benefits and challenges of living on a barrier island.
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