WorksheetsLandslides
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 25mins
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1.
When a lot of loose dirt and rocks move rapidly, we call it
a)
a landslide
b)
a tsunami
c)
an earthquake
d)
a flood
2.
Which of the following is NOT one of the causes of landslides?
a)
earthquakes
b)
wind abrasion
c)
fires
d)
volcanic eruptions
3.
True or False
Freezing and thawing of rocks can cause a landslide.
Freezing and thawing of rocks can cause a landslide.
a)
True
b)
False
4.
What always plays the main role in a landslide, regardless of the cause?
a)
Mud
b)
Gravity
c)
Wind
d)
Earthquakes
5.
Why do so many landslides occur near mountains, rather than in flat areas?
a)
Mountains have lots of rocks.
b)
The trees on the mountains tend to push down the dirt.
c)
Mountains are big hills which allow the dirt to slide down them quickly.
d)
People like to build their houses near mountains.
6.
What happens during a rainstorm when the ground can't soak up any more water?
a)
a tsunami
b)
an earthquake
c)
a swimming pool forms
d)
a flood
7.
Why would streets get flooded during a rainstorm?
a)
The storm drains overflow
b)
Too many cars on the road
c)
The water soaks in
d)
People water their grass too much
8.
What is one thing you should do during heavy rainstorms to be prepared?
a)
Make cookies
b)
Look for puddles
c)
Listen to the radio
d)
curl up in a ball
9.
Which of the following means a flood is definitely coming your way?
a)
Seeing an Ark
b)
A flood warning
c)
A flood watch
d)
Lots of rain
10.
What is the effect of being prepared for a flood or landslide?
a)
You have a better chance of dying
b)
You have a better chance of living
c)
Your house won't get flooded
d)
Your pants will be saved
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