3.10C Rapid Changes on Earth Quiz

Investigate the damage in the picture. Which rapid change caused the damage?

• flood

• landslide

• earthquake

• volcanic eruption

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Investigate the different forces that cause rapid changes on Earth. Which given force affects a much smaller area at one time?

• a flood

• a volcano

• a landslide

• an earthquake

Ari and Rohan build this model landscape. They use sand, rocks, and some toy trees. Then they place the model on a table. Ari and Rohan have a pitcher of water, a dropper, a spray bottle, and a machine that shakes the table. Using these supplies, which rapid changes can they demonstrate with the model? Circle TWO correct answers.

• Use the machine to shake the table.

• Use the dropper to drip water onto the sand.

• Use their hands to gently fan air over the sand.

• Mist the sand three times with water in a spray bottle.

• Pour the full pitcher of water onto the sand at the same time.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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The model shows how a rapid change can affect the surrounding area. Marla labeled 3 locations on the model. Which statements BEST explain what is happening at label 1 in the model?

• The landslide falls into the ocean.

• Hot lava and gas are released from inside Earth.

• Large waves are created by the force of the landslide.

• Part of the volcano breaks, causing a mountain landslide.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

The model shows how a rapid change can affect the surrounding area. Marla labeled 3 locations on the model. Which statements BEST explain what is happening at label 2 in the model?

• The landslide falls into the ocean.

• Hot lava and gas are released from inside Earth.

• Large waves are created by the force of the landslide.

• Part of the volcano breaks, causing a mountain landslide.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

The model shows how a rapid change can affect the surrounding area. Marla labeled 3 locations on the model. Which statements BEST explain what is happening at label 3 in the model?

• The landslide falls into the ocean.

• Hot lava and gas are released from inside Earth.

• Large waves are created by the force of the landslide.

• Part of the volcano breaks, causing a mountain landslide.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2