Earth's Natural Hazards Test

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What is an earthquake?

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A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

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What is a flood?

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The flow of water over land that is not normally covered with water.

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What is a landslide?

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The sliding of rock and soil down a slope.

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What is a drought?

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A long period of very dry weather.

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What is a tsunami?

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A large ocean wave caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

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What is an avalanche?

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A mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside.

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What causes flooding?

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Heavy rainfall, melting snow, or dam failure can cause flooding.

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How can sandbags help during a flood?

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They can provide a barrier against moving water to prevent flooding.

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What is the difference between a drought and a flood?

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A drought is a prolonged dry period, while a flood is an overflow of water.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Large pieces of the Earth's crust that move and interact, causing earthquakes.