Adaptations, Modifications and Extreme Weather

Which civilization built its settlements on lakes?

A sudden shaking of the ground caused by movements within the Earth's crust.

What is a way humans modify terrain in mountainous areas?

A prolonged period of excessively hot weather, which may be accompanied by high humidity.

Which region is prone to earthquakes and seismic activity?

A natural disaster involving a large mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside.

What is the largest country in South America?

What is the main consequence of a volcanic eruption on the surrounding environment?

A powerful windstorm characterized by a rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

What is the major religion of Latin America?

What is a modern project example for modifying the environment?

What adaptation might people make in earthquake-prone areas?

Which modification would help with irrigation in dry areas?

Which mountain range is the longest and highest in South America?

What major engineering project in Panama allows ships to avoid traveling around Cape Horn?

What is an example of an adaptation to the environment?

Which environmental factor affects human habitation through food, shelter, and clothing?

How is terrain defined in environmental factors?

What does housing designed to reduce climate impact represent?

What is an example of human modification of the environment?

Which of the following is a limitation of modifying the environment?

Which question helps decide whether to adapt or modify?

What type of agriculture practice has negatively impacted the Amazon Rainforest?

Which of these factors determines the choice between adaptation and modification?

What is an example of adapting to the environment in a hot climate?

How can water scarcity be addressed through adaptation?

What is the body of water located south of Cuba?

What is a common modification implemented to withstand hurricane-force winds?

What challenge does a lack of funding pose for environmental modification?

What type of project is flood control categorized as?

This occurs when there is an extended period of insufficient rainfall, leading to water shortages.

When might adapting be preferred over modifying?

Since when has adaptation been in practice?

What type of natural disaster is characterized by massive ocean waves by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions?

Which type of tourism is growing in Central America and the Caribbean?

Which approach can be effective for farming in arid areas?