Earth's Hazards Study Guide

Humans have changed the landscape by _________________, and a result of this change is ___________________________________. (Pick the two correct answers to fill in the blanks.)

• Cutting down trees

• Using too much coal

• More crops produced by farmers

• Increased flooding

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A soccer game was cancelled due to a severe thunderstorm. The storm brought high winds and a lot of precipitation to the city. The field was flooded and and all the roads in the city were shut down. Select two reasons why the flooding may have occurred.

• A. heavy rain

• B. strong gusting winds

• C. overflow of nearby river

• D. loss of electrical power

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At 7:30 A.M., a flood warning was issued for several towns. The residents of these towns made their way to higher ground for safety. The most likely reason for the flood warning was due to _____________.

• heavy rainfall

• earthquake

• snowfall

• drought

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Based on the evidence shown, what are some effects of a flood? Select the three answers that apply.

• A. major destruction of buildings

• B. roadways washed away

• C. flooding

• D. major earthquake

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Look at the world map. The black outlines on the map show areas where increased seismic activities have been recorded. Where would you expect the most earthquakes to occur?

• Pacific Ring of Fire

• Mid-Atlantic Ridge

• East African Rift

• Himalayan Region

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An M6.2 earthquake _________________. These types of earthquakes are likely to cause ____________________. Choose the two best answers to fill in the blanks.

• is a very serious earthquake

• happens all the time and people do not feel it

• roads to crumble and buildings to fall

• small tremors

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A hazard control engineer visits the town after the earthquake. Hazard control engineers look for ways to reduce damage from earthquakes. Which two recommendations did the hazard control engineer make to reduce future earthquake damage?

• Rebuild bridges using different materials that can absorb stress.

• Test the town’s water supply.

• Build new buildings upon bearings to prevent collapse.

• Communicate findings to town’s officials and planners.

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The earthquake caused a dam to break. There are a few small towns near the dam. What are the small towns most likely experiencing?

• a wildfire

• a hurricane

• a flood

• a tornado

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This picture shows a family farm that has recently been flooded. What can the farmer do to reduce the impact of future flooding? Select the two answers that apply.

• A. Remove the trees and natural vegetation from the farm.

• B. Plant some trees around the farm.

• C. Plant crops on higher ground.

• D. Plant crops that do not need much water to grow.

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Look at the table. When the snow melts and turns to water, there is a danger of _____________. The increased water can cause soil and rock to loosen, which can result in ______________________. Choose the two best answers to fill in the blanks.

• flooding
• drought

• a tsunami

• a landslide

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