NATURAL DISASTERS
What natural disaster happens when the ground shakes?
Earthquake
What is a man-made disaster caused by oil entering the ocean called?
Oil Spill
What happens to Earth’s temperature because of climate change?
It gets warmer.
Which energy source is renewable: coal or solar power?
Solar Power.
Is a wildfire always a natural disaster?
No. Some wildfires are caused by humans.
What do we call a storm with strong rotating winds that forms over the ocean?
Hurricane (or typhoon/cyclone).
What kind of pollution comes from factories and cars?
Air Pollution
How can climate change affect weather?
It can cause stronger storms, droughts, floods, or heat waves.
Give one example of saving water at home.
Turning off the tap, taking shorter showers, fixing leaks, etc.
What is drought?
A long time with little or no rain.
What natural disaster happens when hot melted rock comes out of a mountain?
Volcanic Eruption
What happens to animals when humans destroy forests?
Animals lose their habitats/homes.
Name one human activity that adds carbon dioxide to the air.
Driving cars, using factories, burning fossil fuels, cutting down trees, etc.
Why is riding a bicycle better for the environment than driving a car?
It does not produce pollution or greenhouse gases.
Name one thing students can do at school to help the environment.
Recycle, save electricity, use less paper, reuse water bottles, etc.
What should people do during a tornado warning?
Go to a safe shelter or basement and stay away from windows.
Name one problem caused by plastic waste in the ocean.
Animals can eat it, get trapped in it, or die from it.
What do we call the layer of gases around Earth that keeps our planet warm?
The atmosphere.
What are the 3 Rs of sustainability?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
What is the difference between a natural disaster and a man-made disaster?
Natural disasters are caused by nature, while man-made disasters are caused by people.
Why do floods often happen after heavy rain?
Rivers overflow and the ground cannot absorb all the water.
Why are chemical spills dangerous for people and nature?
They pollute water and soil and can make people and animals sick.
What gas is most connected to climate change?
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂).
What does “sustainability” mean?
Using resources carefully so future generations can still use them.
How are climate change and natural disasters connected?
Climate change can make some natural disasters stronger or happen more often.