Extra notes for social studies
1.
What is a natural disaster?
A natural disaster is an unexpected event.
2.
What are the three requirements for a fire to start?
For a fire to start, there must be fuel, such as paper, wood, oil, gas, etc., a
heat source, and Oxygen (O2).
3.
Why are wildfires sometimes beneficial?
Wildfires are sometimes good because they help new plants to grow.
4.
Where is the safest place to stay during a thunderstorm?
The safest place to stay during a thunderstorm is indoor places.
5.
What can underwater earthquakes cause?
Underwater earthquakes can cause tsunamis.
6.
Which item do we NOT get from poultry items?
We do not get feathers from poultry items.
7.
When is the best time for shearing sheep?
At the middle of the winter, it is the best time for shearing the sheep.
8.
Which country is the biggest producer and consumer of buffalo milk?
India is the biggest producer and consumer of buffalo milk.
9.
What did people use to keep warm in extremely cold weather billions of
years ago?
Billions upon billion years ago, people used animal skins to get their
bodies' warmth.
10.
Which disaster typically impacts families the most?
Cyclones typically impact families the most.
11.
Which event is NOT a natural disaster?
The Hiroshima Bombing is not a natural disaster.
12.
Which country was hit by a major tsunami in 2011?
Japan was hit by a major tsunami in 2011.
13.
What is honeycomb made of?
Honeycomb is made of wax.
14.
What type of dogs help protect us from external dangers and criminals?
Guard dogs help protect us from external dangers and criminals.
15.
Which animals help people in carrying heavy woods?
Elephants help people in carrying heavy woods.
16.
How should families protect themselves before a storm?
Families should seek shelter indoors, away from windows, and secure
loose outdoor objects.
17.
List any 3 tasks how donkeys help humans.
1. Donkeys help humans in transportation.
2. Donkeys assist in carrying heavy loads.
3. Donkeys are used for farm work.
18.
Which animals help people in different ways?
1. Chickens help with food.
2. Cows provide animal skins/leather.
3. Horses help with transportation.
19.
How does an earthquake happen?
Earthquakes occur when there is a sudden release of energy in the Earth's
crust, causing seismic waves.
20.
What is another term for "Earthquake swarm"?
Another term for "Earthquake swarm" is swarm.
21.
Which ocean does the most earthquakes happen?
Most earthquakes happen in the Pacific Ocean.
22.
Can Tsunami travel very fast across the ocean?
No.
23.
What can bad wildfires lead to?
Bad wildfires lead to soil erosion and air pollution.
29. Vegetarianism Definition:
The people who never eat any meat or never use any products made by
animals .
30.
What other names are used for hurricanes?
Typhoon or cyclone
31.
Where do hurricane storms usually occur?
Hurricane storms usually occur in America, the Gulf of Mexico, and the
Caribbean.
32.
What is the center of a hurricane storm called?
The center of a hurricane storm is called the eye of the storm.
33.
During a hurricane, what damage did the storm do?
During a hurricane, trees can be uprooted, roofs can be blown off houses,
and windows can be broken.
34.
When was the last big storm in the UK before 1987?
The last big storm in the UK before 1987 occurred in 1703.
35.
How do you avoid for safety in the thunderstorm?
Seek shelter indoors immediately, avoid standing under trees or near tall
objects, stay away from water bodies, and avoid using electronic devices
connected to power outlets.