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Which natural disaster is measured by the Saffir-Simpson scale?
Tornado
Hurricane
Earthquake
Flood
Volcanic Eruption
Correct answer is B
The Saffir-Simpson scale measures the intensity of hurricanes.
What is the name of the process by which rocks are carried away by wind or water?
Weathering
Erosion
Sedimentation
Deposition
Crystallization
Correct answer is B
Erosion is the process where rocks are carried away by wind or water.
Which bird is known for its ability to fly backward?
Hummingbird
Sparrow
Robin
Woodpecker
Finch
Correct answer is A
Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backward.
Which desert is the driest place on Earth?
Sahara Desert
Gobi Desert
Atacama Desert
Kalahari Desert
Mojave Desert
Correct answer is C
The Atacama Desert in South America is the driest place on Earth.
What is the name of the natural light display commonly seen near the poles?
Aurora Borealis
Solar Flare
Starburst
Meteor Shower
Eclipse
Correct answer is A
Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights, is a natural light display near the poles.