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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. What is Isaac's occupation in addition to being a meteorologist?
(a) Anthropologist.
(b) Psychologist.
(c) Geologist.
(d) Physician.

2. Where does August Rollfing ride out the storm?
(a) A store counter.
(b) A bar.
(c) A rooftop.
(d) A lighthouse.

3. Besides being an amateur meteorologist, Dr. Young is also _____________.
(a) Town doctor.
(b) Mayor of Galveston.
(c) Professor at the local college.
(d) Secretary of the Cotton Exchange.

4. What is the name of Louise's best friend who lives across the street?
(a) Mary.
(b) Martha.
(c) Megan.
(d) Margaret.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Isaac raise late the morning of the hurricane?

2. Who suggests that they evacuate the Cline house for higher ground?

3. Where did Isaac earn a college degree?

4. Where does Moore recommend fishermen should remove their nets ahead of the storm?

5. What does the Weather Bureau forbid its stations from doing?

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