Mass Wasting Quiz

What is mass wasting?

• The uphill movement of earth material

• The downhill movement of earth material caused by gravity

• The sideways movement of earth material

• The movement of earth material due to wind

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which type of mass wasting involves the very rapid movement of soil mixed with water down a steep slope?

• Earthflow

• Creep

• Mudflow

• Rock fall

What natural event often causes landslides in areas with steep slopes?

• Heavy rainfall

• Earthquakes

• Strong winds

• Volcanic eruptions

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What type of mass wasting occurred in La Conchita?

• Creep

• Earthflow

• Mudflow

• Rock fall

What is the general term used for the movement of soil and rock downhill?

• Erosion

• Mass wasting

• Sedimentation

• Weathering

What are the four types of mass wasting?

• Creep, Earthflow, Mudflow, Rock fall

• Landslide, Avalanche, Erosion, Deposition

• Earthquake, Tsunami, Flood, Drought

• Weathering, Erosion, Deposition, Sedimentation

How do scientists predict where and when mass wasting can happen?

• By analyzing the steepness of the slope, type of earth material, and rate of weathering

• By observing animal behavior in the area

• By measuring the temperature and humidity levels

• By tracking the migration patterns of birds

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is one method engineers use to stabilize steep slopes to prevent mass wasting?

• Planting trees

• Covering slopes with water-absorbing materials

• Building houses on slopes

• Removing all vegetation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is the purpose of building channels around slopes in areas prone to mass wasting?

• To increase water flow

• To divert water and increase slope stability

• To create new pathways for wildlife

• To enhance the aesthetic value of the area

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What is a tsunami?

• A series of ocean waves caused by the sudden vertical movement of ocean water

• A type of earthquake that occurs on land

• A large storm with heavy rain and wind

• A volcanic eruption under the sea