Sound the Alarm

What are the three natural disasters discussed in the story?

• Volcano, earthquake, tsunami

• volcano, blizzard, tsunami

• tsunami, earthquake, thunderstorm

• earthquakes only

Reread the second paragraph. What is the main of THE SECOND PARAGRAPH ONLY?

• Twitter is a resourceful tool when natural disasters happen.

• Earthquakes cause destruction around the world.

• An alternative to warning sirens is an app that can help people know when tsunamis are happening.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

What is the MAIN idea of the ENTIRE ARTICLE?

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CCSS.RI.5.2

A battery operated ______ can predict an earthquake.

Seismologists can ____ when an earthquake will occur.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

Why did Sebastian create a warning system for Chile?

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CCSS.RI.5.8

Who is the text written by?

• Erin Mahany

• Alexander Neary

• Ms. Headrick

• J. K. Rowling

What is the main problem of the text?

• Not enough people are warned during natural disasters.

• Not enough people have access to cell phones.

• Natural disasters are ruining cities and people's homes.

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CCSS.RI.5.2