Practice (Vocabulary & Pronunciation) SVIP

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Where was

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Match.

heat wave

avalanche

blizzard

Match.

earthquake

tsunami

flood

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1. shake the ground and can cause buildings to collapse.

2. bring extremely high temperatures for an extended period.

3. are fast-moving snow masses that slide down mountains.

4. are huge waves that can flood coastal areas after an earthquake.

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1. occur when the ground suddenly moves down a slope.

2. happen when there is too much rain, and water covers the land.

3. are uncontrolled fires that spread quickly through forests.

4. happen when there is not enough rain for a long time.

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During a(n) _____________, it can be difficult to see because of blowing snow.

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Droughts can lead to water _____________, affecting crops and animals.

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Monsoons are seasonal _____________ that bring heavy rain to certain regions.

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Wildfires can damage forests, homes, and _____________ lives by spreading rapidly.

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Natural disasters often _____________ in deaths and injuries among the population.

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People _____________ for earthquakes by making strong buildings and practicing what to do.

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Tornadoes are powerful enough to destroy entire neighborhoods in just a few minutes.

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Many people may lose their homes, leading to displacement and homelessness.

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In a wildfire, animals may scatter in all directions to escape the spreading flames.

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Forest fires can be fueled by giant walls of flames, making them difficult to control.