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A Hurricane Destroyed My Town
A Hurricane Destroyed My Town
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1
Based on the story, how does Harvey compare with other hurricanes?
Harvey was one of the worst hurricanes in U.S. History.
Harvey was about average.
Harvey was the worst hurricane ever.
Harvey was not as powerful.
2
What did they start picking up from the rubble of their home?
wood and metal
clothes, photos, and sentimental things
toiletries
food
3
What is the author's main purpose in giving details about food trucks and churches?
To explain why Ashley's house was damaged.
To show that everyone helped.
To show that everything was damaged.
To explain why food was needed.
4
What is one thing the story tells you about Ashley’s mom?
She has three dogs.
She loves football.
She drives a food truck.
She is a school superintendent
5
What was all around and covered the floors?
metal
water
wood
glass
6
The author uses the words "like rumbling trucks" to talk about the sound of what?
fire trucks
the rain
the ceiling falling down
the wind
7
Before the hurricane, people in Refugio mostly bonded over what?
children
high school football games
education
church
8
Who is with Ashley at the beginning of the story?
her classmates
her cousins
her mom
her teacher
9
How did Ashley change as a result of the storm?
The cost of the hurricane was billions.
Many people didn't have anywhere to live.
The sounds of the hurricane were like a loud truck.
She doesn't take anyone or anything in life for granted.
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After the storm, Why were some streets blocked?
vehicles
churches
water
ruins of peoples houses
