The Cay Links

Visit the links and answer the questions listed on this page.  I recommend writing all the quesitons down before visiting the site.

Part I

Hurricanes...Unleashing Nature's Fury

1. A hurricane is a type of tropical _____________

2. In which directions does a hurricane circulate when its in the northern hemisphere?

3. Define the following terms:
   Tropical Depression -
   Tropical Storm -
   Hurricane  -

4. Using the Saffir-Simpson Huricane Scale, define each scale in terms of its windspeed, and type of damage.  Then give one example of a hurricane that fell into each category.

Part II

Inside a Hurricane

1. Why is a hurricane get stronger when travelling over water?

2. Sketch a cutaway diagram of a hurricane.

Part III

Brain Pop

1. Watch the Hurricane Movie

2. Take the online quiz

3. Write a "under-the-surface" style questions about hurricanes.

Part IV

Into the Eye of a Hurricane

1. Describe a hurricane as viewed from an airplane.

Part V

Hurricane Destruction

1. Write at least one sentence about how the photos made you feel.

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Examine U-Boats and Shooners using the Websites below.  
Write down the "KEY" facts and information about both U-Boats
and Schooners.  Write a description about each type of vessel. 

U-Boats

Schooners