Natural Disasters

English as a Second Language (ESL)

English Worksheet: Natural Disasters Part 1: Matching. Match the words with their correct definitions. Word Definition 1. Tsunam a) A violent rotating column of air that is in contact with both the surface of the Earth and a cloud. 2. Landslide b) A huge wave caused by an underwater earthquake, volcanic eruption, or a landslide into the ocean. 3. Wildfire c) A fast-moving fire that is difficult to control, typically in dry areas or forests. 4. Volcano d) A mountain that erupts with molten rock, ash, and gases from beneath the Earth's surface. 5.Tornato e) A mass of earth or rock that moves suddenly down a slope due to gravity, often after heavy

 

Part 2: Listening Comprehension Watch the following short video about natural disasters:  Answer the following questions based on the video: ⦁ According to the video, how can we define Natural Disasters?

 

Part 3: Speaking Activities

Describe what Natural Disaster is happening in the pic. Record yourself speaking for 1-2 minutes. Include details such as the type of disaster, where it occurred, how it affected people, and what the response was. Part 4: Drag and Drop. Drag and drop the causes and effects of natural disasters. Match each disaster with its common cause or effect. Cause 1. Earthquake 2. Deforestation 3. Heavy rainfall 4. Underwater volcanic eruption 5. High winds and warm ocean water

 

Part 5: Word search. Complete the word search below.

M B L I Z Z A R D C B V I K K V H L V Z E A R T H Q U A K E Z W A S M V R N D J F J L U M O R D R D L B X N U L I S O Y O Q Y A J C C L U I O E E M T A A I G J D D X I X N N D H Y F N E J Q O E E T L

 

EARTHQUAKE,TSUNAMI, HURRICANE ,VOLCANO, FLOOD, DROUGHT,LANDSLIDE,BLIZZARD

 

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