Week 3 Earth Science

Which of the following is not a natural disaster?

• hurricane

• floods

• earthquake

• plane crashes

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which of the following processes can cause storm fronts?

• the shifting of tectonic plates

• the movement of the lithosphere

• the uneven heating of Earth's surfaces

• the buildup of pressure from moving magma

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When is hurricane season?

• June to November

• March to September

• January to March

• August to October

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Which storm is similar to a tornado with damaging winds?

• volcano

• thunderstorms

• earthquakes

• hurricanes

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Why would everyone need to get serious about being well prepared for tornadoes before they happen?

• tornadoes are classified by the strength of their winds

• tornadoes can form with very little warning or time to prepare for them

• tornadoes form over land

• tornado damage is caused by high winds and wind shear

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What does FEMA stand for?

• First Emergency Managing Agency

• For Emergencies Mostly America

• Federal Emergency Management Agency

• Flight Emergency Marketing Agency

What is the difference between the Army Corps of Engineers and the American Red Cross?

• The Army Corps of Engineers helps with search and rescue missions

• The Army Corps of Engineers provides clothes to people in a disaster

• There is no difference between the two

• The American Red Cross doesn't help people who aren't members

If there is a large wildfire and a town needs to be evacuated, who would most likely be called to help?

• city police

• FEMA

• the Salvation Army

• Army National Guard

What causes Earth's crust to move during an earthquake?

• hot magma

• waves

• water

• tectonic plates

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What does a tornado form in its center?

• an area of intense low pressure

• a whirlwind

• an area of high pressure

• an area of debris

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