Bracing for Hurricane Helene: A Community's Story
In the summer of 2024, the residents of the coastal town of Seabreeze were preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Helene. People were securing their homes, stacking sandbags, and stocking up on supplies, showing how a community comes together in the face of adversity. Hurricane Helene was a powerful storm that started as a small disturbance in the ocean. The warm ocean water fueled the storm, making it grow bigger and stronger, eventually turning it into a threatening hurricane. These storms can be dangerous because they bring high winds, heavy rain, and can cause flooding. The Johnson family, like their neighbors, were preparing their house to withstand Helene's fury. They boarded up their windows, filled their pantry with food and water, and created a safe room in the center of their house. These safety measures were necessary to protect themselves from the wind and water that Helene would bring. As Helene approached, the town held its breath and hoped for the best. This event showed the power of nature and the strength of a united community. The story of Hurricane Helene is a reminder that we must respect nature's power and always be prepared for such natural events.
Question 1
What is a hurricane?
A type of song
A dance move
A type of car
A powerful storm
A type of food
Question 2
Why did the residents of Seabreeze prepare for Hurricane Helene?
To throw a party
To go on a trip
To sell their homes
To protect themselves and their properties
To start a new business
Question 3
What does the story of Hurricane Helene remind us?
To always go on vacations
To always have parties
To respect nature's power and always be prepared for such natural events
To always attend community gatherings
To always buy new properties
Question 4
What was the reaction of the town as Hurricane Helene approached?
They were cheering
They were dancing
They held their breath and hoped for the best
They were laughing
They were celebrating
Question 5
Which of the following is NOT a measure taken by the Johnson family to prepare for the hurricane?
Boarded up their windows
Filled their pantry with food and water
Created a safe room in the center of their house
Took a vacation
Secured their home
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