Natural Disasters Quiz

What is a sudden and violent shaking of the ground called?

• Flood

• Tsunami

• Earthquake

• Hurricane

Which natural disaster is characterized by heavy snowfall and strong winds?

• Heatwave

• Blizzard

• Drought

• Duststorm

What term describes a period of time of low or no rainfall?

• Tornado

• Downpour

• Drought

• Flood

Which disaster involves a large amount of water overflowing onto land?

• Hurricane

• Flood

• Gale

• Landslide

What is the term for a large fire that spreads rapidly through vegetation?

• Tsunami

• Duststorm

• Heatwave

• Forest fire

Which phenomenon is characterized by a sudden, intense rainstorm?

• Downpour

• Torrential rain

• Hail

• Gust of wind

What is a violent rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground?

• Tornado

• Earthquake

• Hurricane

• Aftershock

What do we call the aftermath of a volcanic eruption that includes molten rock?

• Debris

• Molten lava

• Survivor

• Ash

Which term refers to the act of moving people from a dangerous area to safety?

• Victim

• Relief worker

• Aid

• Evacuate

What is the term for a person who has survived a disaster?

• Casualty

• Evacuee

• Survivor

• Victim