Natural Disasters Test Review

Front

TRUE OR FALSE: A natural hazard is a natural disaster that may have a negative effect on humans.

Back

True

Front

_______ is a destructive and violently rotating column of wind shaped like a funnel that can move across the land during a severe thunderstorm.

Back

tornado

Front

_______ is a large, destructive fire that spreads quickly over woodlands or brush.

Back

wildfire

Front

______ is a mountain or hill with a vent from which lava, gases, or ash can erupt from deep within earth's crust.

Back

volcano

Front

Water overflows and soaks land that is usually dry

Back

flood

Front

______ is a very large rotating storm with high speed winds that form over warm tropical waters.

Back

hurricane

Front

_____ is a sudden and violent rolling and shaking of the ground caused by movement deep within earth's surface.

Back

earthquake

Front

Which is a way humans design homes to withstand ash and debris during a volcano? Options: wooden walls, slanted roof, many large windows, safe room

Back

slanted roof

Front

What is the most important safety tip to remember during a flood?

Back

never walk or drive through moving water

Front

What should humans do to prevent wildfires? Options: tend campfires, follow laws when burning debris at home, keep up with maintenance of lawnmowers and automobiles, All of the above

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All of the above