Changes to Earth's Surface

Weathering, erosion, and deposition occur over many________.

• days
• years
• hours
• months

Which of the following is NOT a cause of weathering, erosion, and deposition?

• fire
• water
• wind
• ice

Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition are examples of ________ changes in the Earth's surface.

• rapid
• slow
• no
• new

The picture shows a large rock breaking apart.  Which of these is MOST likely making the rock break apart?

• hot sunlight
• plant roots
• falling leaves
• running water

What type of weathering is it when acid rain breaks down and changes the rock?

• chemical weathering 
• physical weathering
• erosion

Ice wedging will

• wear down rocks as they bounce together 
• break up rocks when the water in cracks freezes and thaws
• peel away loosened material from the surface of rocks. 

What famous volcano exploded in 1980 in Washington state?

• Kilaauea
• Krakatoa
• Mt. Ranier
• Mt. Saint Helens

A shield volcano is the tallest and most explosive volcano.

• True
• False

What is a tsunami?

• A series of waves created by a disturbance to the surface of the ocean.
• a pool
• A large wave found in a lake.
• Another name for an earthquake.

When layers of rock that are stuck together suddenly slip, what is caused?

• volcano
• tsunami
• earthquake
• mountains