Fast Changes To Earth's Surface

During a heavy rainstorm, Caroline noticed that her backyard, which was already soaked from previous rains, started to accumulate water rapidly. This fast change is called a what?

• earthquake

• hurricane

• landslide

• flood

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During a geography lesson, Hudson learned that a _____ is a mountain with magma that can erupt and is a fast change

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During a heavy rainstorm, why did the landslide occur near Sophia and Ryder's neighborhood?

• the wind blew the soil down the mountain

• people pushed the rocks down the mountain

• the soil and land got too heavy from rain

• the mountain was old

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True or False: A volcanic eruption can change the landscape of the surrounding area within days

• True

• False

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Which Earth event is the fastest?

• Weathering that cracks rock

• Hurricanes that form over warm water

• Canyons made over the years

• Plant roots have broken up the sidewalk

During a geography lesson, Kynlee and Hudson learned about several changes to Earth's surface. Which two changes happen quickly?

• droughts

• floods

• earthquakes

• weathering

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

During a heavy rainstorm, the park near Shyd and Matthew's neighborhood experienced a ______, resulting in the playground and walking paths being submerged under water.

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During a science class field trip to the beach, Kynlee observed a strong storm forming over the warm ocean water. This phenomenon, known for bringing strong winds and rain, is called a ________

• hurricane

• volcano

• flood

• storm

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When rocks and soil slide down a steep slope near Bruce's house, it will cause a ______

• drought

• flood

• landslide

• volcano

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When Beau and Theo were camping in the mountains and suddenly felt the ground start to shake and the land around them started falling, it was probably due to a _________

• earthquake

• earthshake

• earthsnake

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