3rd Grade Texas Studies Weekly Week 13

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What is a seawall?

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A seawall is a structure built along the coast to protect the land from waves and flooding.

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What major event happened in Galveston on September 8, 1900?

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A hurricane struck Galveston, causing significant damage and loss of life.

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What does it mean to implement a solution?

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To implement a solution means to put a chosen plan or idea into action.

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What is the purpose of gathering information when solving a problem?

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Gathering information helps people understand the problem better and find effective solutions.

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What is one option people considered to protect against flooding?

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Building a seawall was one option considered to protect against flooding.

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What does it mean to evacuate?

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To evacuate means to leave a place for safety, especially during a disaster.

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Who is an expert that was consulted about the seawall?

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Brigadier General Henry Martyn Robert was one of the experts consulted.

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What is NOT a way the people of Texas solved the problem?

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Moving to other places is NOT a way they solved the problem.

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What is the first step in solving a problem?

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The first step is to identify and understand the problem.

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Why is it important to listen to each other when solving problems?

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Listening to each other helps gather different ideas and perspectives, leading to better solutions.