Natural Disasters

a sudden shift or movement of rock below Earth's surface causes this natural disaster

• earthquake

• volcano

• flood

• landslide

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

an opening in Earth's crust from which gas, smoke and melted rock flow

• earthquake

• landslide

• volcano

• tornado

Water overflows and soaks land that is usually dry

• flood

• hurricane

• tornado

• wildfire

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

A giant wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption.

• hurricane

• tsunami

• storm surge

• earthquake

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Earthquakes can be predicted.

• true

• false

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which of these is the best material to use if building a house near a volcano?

• metal

• stone

• foam

• wood

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

What is the molten rock inside a volcano called?

• lava

• magma

• metamorphic

What is the scientific equipment that measures the size of an earthquake called?

• thermometer

• barometer

• seismograph

• anemometer

What is a natural disaster?

• A planned event

• An unpredictable event caused by nature

• A man made occurrence

• A scheduled activity

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Why is it important to have an emergency kit during a natural disaster?

• To carry extra belongings when evacuating

• To have a picnic

• To be prepared with essential supplies like water, food and first aid items

• To start a fire