Natural Hazards and Environmental Impact Quiz

The pictures show the same landscape before and after human activity. Humans have changed the landscape by ________, and a result of this change is _________.

• cutting down trees

• using too much coal

• increased flooding

• more crops produced by farmers in the area

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A little league baseball game in Grove City, Ohio, was canceled due to a severe thunderstorm. The storm brought high winds and a lot of precipitation to the city. The field was flooded and all roads in the city were shut down. Select two reasons why the flooding may have occurred.

• heavy rain

• strong gusting winds

• overflow of nearby river

• loss of electrical power

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At 7:30 A.M., a tsunami warning was issued for several coastal towns. The residents of these towns made their way to higher ground for safety. What is most likely reason for the tsunami warning?

• earthquake

• earthquake deep in the ocean

• ocean earthquake, deep

• ocean M6.5 earthquake

• All of the answers are correct

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

The picture shows the same area before, during, and after a tsunami. Based on the evidence shown, what are some effects when a tsunami makes landfall? Select the THREE answers that apply.

• major destruction of buildings

• roadways washed away

• flooding

• major volcanic eruptions

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The Lin family lives in Hawaii near a volcano. The Lins make sure they listen to the news and stay aware of any signs of volcanic activity. One day, the Lins get a warning that the volcano is about to erupt, so they evacuate their home and head for safety. The Lins will have to watch out for the two main hazards from a volcano, ______________ and _________________.

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The 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 that apply.

• Remove the trees and natural vegetation from the farm.

• Plant some trees around the farm.

• Plant crops on higher ground.

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

A city official called the owner of the house in the picture and told her not to enter her home because of a natural hazard. Complete the sentences based on the picture. Heavy ______________ caused the soil and rock to loosen on the mountain. The natural hazard that the city official is referring to is a _______________.

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