Quiz 1 on Natural Disasters

What is an earthquake?

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

• A large amount of water that covers land that is usually dry.

• A strong windstorm with a funnel shape.

• A volcanic eruption that sends lava into the air.

What is a snowstorm?

• A weather event where a large amount of snow falls in a short time.

• A large wave caused by an underwater earthquake.

• A rotating column of air that touches the ground.

• A sudden shaking of the ground.

What usually causes floods?

• Heavy rainfall or melting snow that overwhelms rivers and lakes.

• A sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust.

• A rotating column of air that touches the ground.

• A large wave caused by underwater earthquakes.

What can cause a landslide?

• Heavy rainfall, earthquakes, or volcanic activity that destabilizes the ground.

• A large storm with strong winds and rain.

• A sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust.

• A series of large ocean waves.

What should you do during a flood?

• Move to higher ground and avoid walking or driving through floodwaters.

• Stay in your home and wait for the storm to pass.

• Go outside to see the flooding.

• Call friends to come over.

What is a tsunami?

• A series of large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

• A strong windstorm with a funnel shape.

• A sudden shaking of the ground.

• A fire that spreads quickly through forests.

What should you do if you are caught in a tornado?

• Seek shelter in a sturdy building or a basement.

• Stand outside to watch it.

• Drive away quickly.

• Climb a tree.

What is a hurricane?

• A large storm with strong winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters.

• A sudden shaking of the ground.

• A fire that spreads quickly through forests.

• A large wave caused by an underwater earthquake.

What can cause wildfires?

• Dry conditions, lightning strikes, or human activities like campfires.

• Heavy rainfall that causes rivers to overflow.

• The movement of tectonic plates.

• A sudden change in temperature.

How can we prepare for an earthquake?

• Secure heavy furniture and create an emergency kit.

• Build a dam to hold back water.

• Plant trees to prevent wildfires.

• Stay indoors during a snowstorm.