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What catastrophic event would be of greatest risk to a coastal area?

• hurricane
• drought
• none of the above
• all of the above

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This famous transform fault is located in the western United States creates significant earthquake activity for California

• New Madrid
• Denali Fault
• Ramapo Seismic Zone
• San Andreas

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What catastrophic event results in destruction along a narrow path?

• a volcanic eruption
• a tsunami
• a hurricane
• a tornado

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A natural disaster occurs when a natural hazard...

• causes major damage and harms humans.
• poses a danger to any part of the earth.
• changes the physical features of the earth.
• impacts everyday life for humans.

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Tsunamis are caused by

• underwater disturbances such as earthquakes, landslides, and volcanoes.

• wind and the gravitational pull of the moon.

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An example of a catastrophic event that could lead to mass extinction.

• Large Meteor Strike

• Rising Sea Levels

• Global Warming

• Falling Sea Levels

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This map shows volcanic and earthquake activity. Where is the highest concentration of activity?

• all along the Atlantic Ocean

• all along the Pacific Ocean

• all along the coast of Africa

• all along Indian Ocean

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Which state has had significant Earthquakes in the past? Select all that are true.

• California

• Alaska

• Michigan

• Oregon

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REVIEW: When a hurricane makes landfall, what is the greatest danger to residents?

• Heavy rain

• High wind speed

• Storm surge

• Low pressure

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_________ helps to reduce the impacts of natural disasters.

• A volcanologist
• A seismologist
• Science and engineering
• All of the above

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