Catastrophic Landslide in California

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10th Grade - University
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are some common triggers for landslides?
Sunny weather and drought
Heavy rain and earthquakes
Cold temperatures and snow
Calm winds and clear skies
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a significant factor that contributed to the Montecito debris flow?
An unexpected snowstorm
A large wildfire that removed vegetation
A sudden drop in temperature
A prolonged drought
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do debris flows differ from subsurface landslides?
They are caused by human activities only
They are slower and less destructive
They originate from a saturated slurry and grow in volume
They occur in dry conditions
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it challenging to convince communities to evacuate before a landslide?
Landslides only occur in uninhabited areas
Evacuations are never necessary
There is often a lack of cultural memory of past events
Landslides are always predictable
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a key lesson learned from the Montecito event regarding evacuation plans?
Evacuation plans should be avoided to prevent panic
Evacuation plans are unnecessary for debris flows
Evacuation plans need to be specific to the type of hazard
Evacuation plans for fires are always effective for debris flows
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one method being implemented to reduce the impact of debris flows?
Building taller houses
Installing nets to slow down debris
Increasing the number of roads
Planting more trees in urban areas
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the most important factor in keeping safe from landslides?
Knowledge and awareness of the risks
Having a large house
Owning a vehicle
Living in a city
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