4.17 Natural Processes Test

Which natural hazard is a great sea wave produced by an earthquake or volcanic eruption?

• flood

• tsunami

• earthquake

• landslide

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which natural disaster occurs when tectonic plates shift suddenly, releasing stored energy?

• flood

• tsunami

• earthquake

• volcano

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which natural process is a mixture of hot rocks, magma, and ash that explodes through cracks in the Earth's surface?

• flood

• tsunami

• earthquake

• volcano

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Blocking or allowing massive amounts of water through a structure is a great way to reduce the impact of a/an ________.

• flood

• earthquake

• volcano

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

Which of the follow is NOT a way to reduce the impact of an earthquake?

• build flexible structures

• do not build in an area where earthquakes are common

• have an early warning system

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

A _________ is a large wave produced by a/an _______ deep in the ocean.

• earthquake, tsunami

• tsunami, canyon

• tsunami, earthquake

• canyon, tsunami

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

This natural disaster is a rotating column of air with a massive combination of wind and power

• earthquake

• tornado

• volcanic eruption

• tsunami

Which of the following is NOT a long term solution when preparing for a natural disaster?

• Bolting furniture to walls

• Build homes along beaches on stilts

• Build homes with good insulation to stay warm in the winter

• taking shelter in the bathroom during a tornado

What steps can you take to be prepared when natural disasters occur?

• I can move to higher ground

• I can have a safety plan, emergency supplies ready.

• I can move to a tall building

• I can run towards the natural disaster.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

You are an engineer for a company that wants to build homes on a coastline where hurricanes frequently occur. What are some things you must consider before building in this environment?

• you could build homes out of bamboo

• You could build homes in low lying areas

• You would need to build homes that could withstand high winds. The homes would also need to withstand heavy rains and flooding.

• you could build homes right on the water's edge

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2