Question 1

What is one way to reduce the impact of floods on human communities?

Accepted Answer

Build levees and flood barriers around towns.

Answer

Create more parking lots to capture water.

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Plant more trees to absorb rainwater.

Answer

Encourage people to build homes on hills.

Question 2

Which method can help minimize the damage caused by earthquakes in cities?

Accepted Answer

Design buildings with flexible materials.

Answer

Install heavy roof tiles on buildings.

Answer

Use tall structures to alert seismic activity.

Answer

Focus on underground structures.

Question 3

How can communities reduce the impact of tornadoes on their homes?

Accepted Answer

Install storm shelters in homes.

Answer

Paint roofs a dark color.

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Plant tall trees near houses.

Answer

Build homes with large windows.

Question 4

What is an effective way to protect coastal areas from erosion?

Accepted Answer

Build sea walls and barriers.

Answer

Clear away sand dunes.

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Use asphalt to cover the beaches.

Answer

Remove vegetation from the coast.

Question 5

What strategy can be used to reduce the impact of drought on agriculture?

Accepted Answer

Implement drip irrigation systems.

Answer

Increase the size of water reservoirs.

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Rely solely on rainwater for crops.

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Use water only on sunny days.

Question 6

Which solution can help protect cities from the effects of hurricanes?

Accepted Answer

Develop an efficient early warning system.

Answer

Increase the number of tall buildings.

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Encourage the use of glass buildings.

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Build homes on elevated platforms without supports.

Question 7

What can be done to reduce the risk of landslides in hilly areas?

Accepted Answer

Plant vegetation to stabilize the soil.

Answer

Cover the hills with concrete.

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Build houses on steep slopes without foundations.

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Remove all rocks from slopes.

Question 8

How can we minimize the impact of volcanic eruptions on nearby communities?

Accepted Answer

Establish a hazard zone around the volcano.

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Plant crops near the volcano.

Answer

Build houses with wooden roofs.

Answer

Encourage population growth in the vicinity.

Question 9

What can be done to reduce the damage caused by wildfires in forested areas?

Accepted Answer

Create firebreaks to stop the spread.

Answer

Use wooden fences around properties.

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Encourage dry leaves accumulation.

Answer

Plant flammable trees near homes.

Question 10

What approach can be used to manage the impact of tsunamis on coastal communities?

Accepted Answer

Develop an evacuation plan and practice it regularly.

Answer

Build houses close to the shore.

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Increase fishing activities near coastlines.

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Rely on sand dunes as the only protection.

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