AnswersKISD Earth and Space Science IC Sem B Spring 2026Unit Test

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How do rivers become larger as they travel across land?

A
Groundwater rises, adding water to rivers.
B
Tributaries combine, adding water to rivers.
C
Ice sheets melt slowly, adding water to rivers.
D
Rainfall in an area increases, adding water to rivers.
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Which best describes a tsunami?

A
large powerful wave caused by an earthquake
B
when the waves hit the shore at an angle and transport sand
C
alternating rise and fall of the ocean
D
an irregular climate event caused by ocean currents in the Pacific Ocean
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Which phrase describes a feature of groundwater?

A
feeds rivers
B
provides habitats
C
makes up 75% of fresh water
D
used for hydroelectric power
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Which phenomenon causes oceans to bulge?

A
the blowing wind
B
the Coriolis effect
C
the moon’s gravity
D
the rotation of Earth
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Which phrase describes runoff?

A
underground water that flows into lakes
B
river water that empties into an ocean
C
water from streams that flows into larger rivers
D
water from rain and snow that travels to streams

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