4.1.4: Human-Caused Hazards

Match

Match the vocabulary word to its definition.

• mine

• earthquake

• landslide

a place where minerals are extracted

a sudden shaking of the ground

the movement of rock and earth down a slope

• a place where minerals are extracted

• a sudden shaking of the ground

• the movement of rock and earth down a slope

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a natural hazard that can be increased by deforestation?

• soil erosion

• air pollution

• severe weather

Multiple Choice

Which of the following natural hazards would a city planner most likely need to consider when expanding a city?

• flooding

• volcanic eruptions

• wildfires

• tornadoes

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Multiple Choice

Which of the human activities listed below would reduce the potential occurrence of earthquakes?

• reducing drilling for oil and gas

• building wind turbines

• reducing air pollution

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​Choose your where
1. You may stay in the main room
2. You may move to a breakout room

Choose your who
1. You may work independently
2. You may work together (partners/groups)

Go to the Stop Disasters! game site
Click Play Game and choose any of the options to play!
Additional directions are found here - HAVE FUN!!!!

​Reminders
1. Make good choices
2. Stay on topic
3. Be appropriate

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