Fast and Slow Changes to Land

Which happens the fastest?

• A volcano erupting

• A mountain forming

• A lake drying up

How long can a sand castle stand before waves knock it down?

• One hour

• One Week

• One year

Which of these causes the fastest change?

• Gentle winds

• A giant storm

• Warm sunshine

• A cloudy sky

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How long does it take for a mountain to form?

• A couple minutes

• A few days

• Many years

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What happens when to lava after a volcano erupts?

• It flows into the water.

• It goes back into the volcano.

• It hardens into rock.

What happens in a landslide?

• Pieces of rock break off and slide down

• Magna erupts from a mountain

• Water overflows the river banks

• A giant wave takes over the land

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How can a flood be helpful?

• It destroys homes and land.

• It creates new islands.

• It creates rich soil for crops.

How long would it take for a canyon to form?

• A few minutes

• Thousands of years

• A few days

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A release of energy under the ground the causes shakes and cracks is a...

• Volcano

• Earthquake

• Landslide

A sudden and fast movement of rocks and soil down a slope is a...

• Volcano

• Landslide

• Earthquake

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