Wordly Wise book 5 Lesson 15

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What are natural disasters?

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Natural disasters are catastrophic events caused by natural processes of the Earth, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and forest fires.

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What does 'immense' mean in the context of damage?

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'Immense' means very large or great, often used to describe significant damage or destruction.

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How does the settlement of an area affect earthquake damage?

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The more sparsely settled an area is, the less chance there is of serious damage during an earthquake.

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What does it mean for a building to 'topple'?

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To 'topple' means to fall over or collapse, especially due to instability.

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What is an urban area?

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An urban area is a region characterized by high population density and vast human-built features in comparison to areas surrounding it.

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What are some examples of natural disasters?

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Examples include hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, and forest fires.

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Why is it important to strengthen building walls in earthquake-prone areas?

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Strengthening building walls helps prevent them from toppling during an earthquake, reducing the risk of injury and damage.

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What is the significance of the year 1556 in relation to earthquakes?

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The year 1556 marks the occurrence of the worst earthquake ever recorded, which happened in China and resulted in immense damage and loss of life.

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What does 'sparsely' mean?

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'Sparsely' means thinly dispersed or scattered; in the context of population, it refers to areas with few people.

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What is the relationship between urban areas and earthquake risk?

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Urban areas built on fault lines are at a higher risk of experiencing severe damage during earthquakes.