Exploring Different Types of Disasters

What is the term used when a hazard causes serious harm to people?

• Accident

• Disaster

• Catastrophe

• Incident

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which type of storm builds up over large areas of warm water?

• Sandstorm

• Tornado

• Hurricane

• Blizzard

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

In which year did two tropical storms hit Guatemala causing significant damage?

• 2010

• 2014

• 2012

• 2008

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is a common consequence of droughts?

• Water scarcity

• Flooding

• Tsunamis

• Earthquakes

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Which countries experienced severe flooding during the monsoon season in 2010?

• Thailand and Vietnam

• Bangladesh and Myanmar

• China and Japan

• Pakistan and India

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What causes earthquakes?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Movements within the Earth's crust

• Strong winds

• Heavy rainfall

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What natural disaster struck Haiti on January 12, 2010?

• Flood

• Earthquake

• Hurricane

• Tsunami

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is a tsunami?

• A large earthquake

• A series of huge waves caused by an underwater earthquake

• A severe drought

• A tropical storm

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which country was first struck by the tsunami on December 26, 2004?

• India

• Sri Lanka

• Thailand

• Indonesia

What are some immediate needs of people after a disaster?

• Communication, internet, and electricity

• Education, employment, and transportation

• Entertainment, travel, and shopping

• Shelter, water, and food