To reduce the impact of floods, people can do which of the following?

turn around-don't cross flooded areas

build a barrier and get to higher ground

Which of the following can people do to reduce the impacts of tsunamis?

have an emergency kit, have an evacuation plan, listen for local authorities to issue a warning, and move to higher land or seek shelter in the higher floors of a solid building.

have an emergency kit, have an evacuation plan, go swimming in the ocean, and move to higher land

have an emergency kit, have an evacuation plan, move to higher land and fly a kite outside

have an emergency kit, have an evacuation plan, listen for local authorities to issue a warning and take pictures of the tsunami

What causes an earthquake?

when the plates of the Earth's crust are moving, or when they break apart due to the pressure that has built up over time.

when there are massive waves caused by natural disasters

To reduce the impacts of earthquakes, people can do which of the following?

Use the drop, cover and hold method if inside. If outdoors, avoid buildings, power lines or anything else that might fall. Be aware of aftershocks, and build buildings with trusses and cross bracing to make the buildings more secure.

Use the stop, drop, and roll method if inside, stand close to the trees, and take pictures.

Run to the nearest store to get supplies as soon as an earthquake occurs.

Drive as fast as you can to get back home during an earthquake.

What causes volcanoes to erupt?

when pressure builds up in the mantle under the Earth's surface

when the plates of the Earth's crust are moving, or when they break apart due to the pressure that has built up for a long time.

What do volcanoes usually look like?

They are mountains having a conical shape and a hole in the center.

They are long and flat with a hole in the center.

They are shaped like a square with a hole in the center.

What can people do to reduce the impact of volcanic eruptions?

Stay inside a strong building, close all windows and doors, wear a protective mask, listen for emergency alerts, and get to higher ground.

Stay inside a strong building, open all windows and doors, wear a protective mask, listen for emergency alerts, and get to higher ground.

Go outside, wear a protective mask, get close to the volcanic eruption so you can get warm, listen for emergency alerts, and get to higher ground.

Earth Processes/Natural Disasters

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MS-ESS3-2, MS-PS4-2, MS-ETS1-2

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18 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a natural disaster?

disasters caused by natural events that can be prevented.

disasters caused by natural events that cannot be prevented.

disasters caused by humans that can be prevented.

disasters caused by humans that cannot be prevented.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are floods?

an opening in the surface of the Earth through which molten rock and hot gases erupt.

the shaking or sudden shocks of the surface of the Earth.

the escaping energy that radiates outwards to the surface of the Earth and causes the shaking of the ground

when there is a rise of water that has no place to go

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are earthquakes?

when there is a rise of water that has no place to go

the shaking or sudden shocks of the surface of the Earth

massive waves caused by natural disasters

an opening in the surface of the Earth through which molten rock and hot gases erupt.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are seismic waves?

an opening in the surface of the Earth through which molten rock and hot gases erupt

the escaping energy that radiates outwards to the surface of the Earth and causes the shaking of the ground

when there is a rise in water that has no place to go

massive water waves caused by natural disasters

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are tsunamis?

the shaking or sudden shocks of the surface of the Earth

massive waves caused by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or other natural disasters

an opening in the surface of the Earth through which molten rock and hot gases erupt

the escaping energy that radiates outwards to the surface of the Earth and causes the shaking of the ground

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a volcano?

an opening in the surface of the Earth through which molten rock and hot gases erupt

massive waves caused by natural disasters

the shaking or sudden shocks of the surface of the Earth

when there is a rise of water that has no place to go

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What causes floods?

heavy rain, and melting snow

overflowing rivers

ocean waves

all of the above

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is a natural disaster?

What are floods?

What are earthquakes?

What are seismic waves?

What are tsunamis?

What is a volcano?

What causes floods?

What is the most common natural disaster in the world?

To reduce the impact of floods, people can do which of the following?

Tsunamis can occur in all oceans or large seas.

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