Avalanche

What is one thing that can trigger an avalanche?

• new snow

• skiers

• Snowmobiles

• all of the above

What is an avalanche mostly made out of?

• snow

• mud

• rocks

• none of the above

About how many people die each year from an avalanche?

• 50

• 100

• 150

• no deaths occur

How do workers make sure ski slopes are safe for skiers?

• remove snow masses with cannons

• look from a chair lift

• have people ski down the hill

• take a picture

What is the best natural defense against avalanches

• rocks

• hills

• steep slopes

• trees

What should you do to best survive an avalanche if you're in one?

• take an avalanche survival class

• take ski lessons

• bring a friend with you

• bring a friend and take an avalanche survival class

What natural things can cause an avalanche?

• Wind

• Snow

• Rain

• Sun

• All of the above.

Why are avalanches so dangerous?

• They are not dangerous.

• They destroy a mountain.

• Snow can pile on top of you and you have no oxygen to breath

• They can start earthquakes.