Earth's Surface Changes Quiz

What is the process called when rocks are broken down into smaller pieces by water, wind, or ice?

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Landslide

Which process involves the movement of small pieces of rock and soil by natural forces like wind or water?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Earthquake

What is formed when eroded materials settle in a new location?

• Canyon

• Fault

• Delta

• Volcano

Which landform is created by the erosion of rock by rivers over long periods?

• Island

• Canyon

• Mountain

• Valley

What rapid change occurs when heavy rain or earthquakes cause soil and rocks to slide down a slope?

• Earthquake

• Landslide

• Volcano

• Weathering

What causes the ground to shake and can lead to the formation of new faults or cracks in the Earth's surface?

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Earthquake

• Deposition

Which natural event can create mountains or islands by erupting magma from inside the Earth?

• Landslide

• Earthquake

• Volcano

• Weathering

What is the main difference between slow and fast changes to the Earth's surface?

• The type of rock involved

• The time it takes for the changes to occur

• The amount of water present

• The size of the landform created

Which of the following is an example of a slow change to the Earth's surface?

• Landslide

• Earthquake

• Weathering

• Volcano

Which of the following is an example of a fast change to the Earth's surface?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Landslide