Erosion and Its Effects

Erosion and Its Effects

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Geography

3rd - 5th Grade

Easy

Created by

Lucas Foster

Used 1+ times

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The video explains how erosion, primarily caused by ocean waves and wind, changes the Earth's landscape over time. It discusses the impact of erosion on beaches and rocky cliffs, highlighting how waves carry away sand and rocks, altering the shape of the land. The video also covers methods to prevent erosion, such as building sea walls and implementing building regulations. Finally, it encourages viewers to connect these changes to other natural processes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the expository text introduced in the video?

The formation of mountains

How ocean waves change beaches over time

The life cycle of marine animals

The history of coastal cities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is erosion?

The process of building sandcastles

The wearing away of land by wind and water

The growth of coral reefs

The movement of tectonic plates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can happen to a sandcastle if it is built too close to the water?

It will be washed away by waves

It will become stronger

It will turn into a rock

It will attract marine life

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the biggest cause of erosion at the beach?

Earthquakes

Ocean waves

Human activity

Volcanic eruptions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do storm waves affect the beach?

They calm the ocean

They move a lot of sand quickly

They create new landforms

They help plants grow

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can happen to buildings near the ocean due to erosion?

They can become taller

They can turn into sand

They can be washed away

They can attract tourists

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does erosion affect steep rocky cliffs?

It makes them more stable

It turns them into sand dunes

It causes them to crumble and fall into the sea

It makes them taller

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