Fast & Slow Earth Changes

Question 1

Which statement correctly tells how a quick change to Earth’s surface is different from a slow change?

Accepted Answer

A quick change, like an earthquake, happens suddenly, while a slow change, like water wearing away rock, takes a long time.

Answer

A quick change, like wind smoothing a rock, happens slowly, while a slow change, like a volcano erupting, happens fast.

Answer

Both quick and slow changes happen at the same speed, like rain falling.

Answer

A quick change only happens on the ocean, and a slow change only happens on land.

Question 2

Which of these events would make the land look very different in just a few seconds?

Accepted Answer

A volcano erupts and lava rushes down the mountainside

Answer

A river slowly carves a deep gorge over many years

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Strong wind gently moves sand across a beach for months

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A tree’s roots grow deeper into the soil over seasons

Question 3

Which of these shows a slow change that can shape the land over time?

Accepted Answer

A river washing away sand from a riverbank

Answer

A volcano exploding and sending lava out

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An earthquake shaking the ground

Answer

A thunderstorm with loud claps of thunder

Try three questions