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True or False |
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Match the Following (In a Table) |
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Q1: What causes an earthquake?
(a) Movement of tectonic plates
(b) Heavy rainfall
(c) Strong winds
(d) Volcanic eruptions
Q2: What is the Richter Scale used for?
(a) Measuring wind speed
(b) Measuring earthquake strength
(c) Measuring rainfall
(d) Measuring temperature
Q3: Which of the following areas is more likely to experience earthquakes?
(a) Delhi
(b) New York
(c) London
(d) Cairo
Q4: How high can tsunami waves rise when they approach the coast?
(a) 10 feet
(b) 50 feet
(c) 100 feet
(d) 200 feet
Q5: During a cyclone, what is a common safety measure?
(a) Staying near windows
(b) Listening to radio for updates
(c) Going for a swim
(d) Ignoring warnings
Q1: The __________ Scale measures the strength of an earthquake.
Q2: __________ is a series of waves caused by an underwater earthquake.
Q3: A __________ is a powerful storm characterized by strong winds and heavy rain.
Q4: __________ plates are massive slabs of hard rock present below the Earth's surface.
Q5: During floods, it is important to drink only __________ water.
Q1: The letter 't' in the word tsunami is pronounced.
Q2: Earthquakes can only occur on land.
Q3: The Richter Scale was created in 1935.
Q4: Not all earthquakes lead to tsunamis.
Q5: Floods only occur during the summer.
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1. What are some common types of natural disasters? | ![]() |
2. How do natural disasters affect the environment? | ![]() |
3. What are the main causes of natural disasters? | ![]() |
4. How can we prepare for a natural disaster? | ![]() |
5. What role do governments play in managing natural disasters? | ![]() |