Rapid Changes in the Earth's Surface 3.7B & 3.7C

Which is a quick process that can form new land near an ocean?

• earthquake

• landslide

• volcano erupting

• weathering from waves

What is the result of the rapid shifting in Earth’s surface?

• a tornado

• an earthquake

• a volcano

• an avalanche

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which rapid changes can be caused by a lot of rain?

• volcanoes and earthquakes

• landslides and volcanoes

• flooding and earthquakes

• landslides and flooding

Heavy rain can cause soil to flow quickly downhill. What is this change called?

• tornado

• flood

• landslide

• earthquake

Seismometers measure quick changes that happen in the crust of our planet. Which of the following is a seismometer used to measure?

• earthquake

• erosion

• flooding

• weathering

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which of these landforms has water on all sides?

• a plain

• an island

• a valley

• a cave

Which of the following landforms is found where an ocean meets land?

• A plain

• A hill

• A valley

• A coast

A canyon is a type of landform formed over millions of years as flowing rivers wear away the land and carve out steep cliffs. A person standing at the bottom of a canyon would look up at the tall cliffs and think they were mountains because they are so high. Using this information, the landform at the bottom of a canyon is most like a......?

• A valley

• A cave

• A plain

• An island

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which of the following best explains the difference between a mountain and a hill?

• A hill is made out of only rocks, while a mountain is made out of only sand.

• Mountains are found in places that are always dry and hot.

• Hills are formed near bodies of water, while mountains are not.

• A mountain is usually higher and steeper than a hill.

What is a main feature of plains?

• A gentle, gradual slope

• A low, shallow basin

• A high, steep peak

• A flat, level surface