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Natural Disasters and Safety

Learn about earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, and safety with 10 problems, an answer key, and a free printable PDF for Grade 5.

10 problems · Standards: 4-ESS3-2 · Difficulty: medium

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Grade: Grade 5
Subject: science
Topic: Students practice connecting earthquakes, volcanoes, and hurricanes with their basic causes, hazards, and appropriate safety actions.
Pages: 3 · worksheet + answer key
Answer key: ✅ Included
Class time: about 15 min

1. What is the main cause of an earthquake? (A) Heavy rain (B) Movement of rock layers under the ground (C) Strong winds (D) Hot lava
2. Which natural disaster is caused by hot melted rock rising from deep inside Earth? (A) Hurricane (B) Tornado (C) Volcano (D) Flood
3. What is the safest place to go during an earthquake? (A) Under a sturdy table (B) Next to a tall bookshelf (C) In front of a large window (D) On top of a ladder
4. A hurricane forms over warm ocean water and brings strong winds and heavy rain. What should you do if a hurricane warning is announced for your area? (A) Go swimming at the beach (B) Follow your family's emergency plan and move to a safe location (C) Climb a tall tree (D) Open all the windows
5. Which hazard is common to both volcanoes and earthquakes but NOT hurricanes? (A) Flooding from heavy rain (B) Shaking or cracking of the ground (C) Lightning strikes (D) Ocean waves
6. Maria lives near a volcano that scientists are watching closely. If the volcano begins to erupt, what is the most important safety action? (A) Take pictures of the lava (B) Evacuate the area as directed by emergency officials (C) Collect samples of volcanic rock (D) Stay home and watch from the window

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10 problems across 3 pages (worksheet + answer key)
Answer key included — every answer, ready to check
Standards: 4-ESS3-2
Skill: Students practice connecting earthquakes, volcanoes, and hurricanes with their basic causes, hazards, and appropriate safety actions.
Suggested use: classwork, homework, or sub plans

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