Module 3 Week 1 Vocabulary

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What is a seismograph?

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An instrument that measures and records details about an earthquake.

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What does it mean to confer?

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To discuss an idea or make a decision with someone else.

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True or False: A tremor is a huge earthquake that can cause severe damage to a big city.

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False

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True or False: A spontaneous act is something that is not planned, it just happens.

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True

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What is a consequence?

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A result or effect of an action, often negative.

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What does it mean to evacuate?

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To leave a place for safety, especially during an emergency.

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What is the definition of a hurricane?

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A large, powerful storm with strong winds and heavy rain.

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What does it mean to prepare?

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To make ready for a specific purpose or event.

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What is the meaning of the word 'confer'?

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To discuss or consult with others.

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What is an earthquake?

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A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.