Meherjan's Story: River Erosion in Bangladesh
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Where does Meherjan live?

  • In a concrete house in Sirajgonj town.
  • In a slum on the Sirajgonj Town Protection Embankment (correct)
  • On a boat in the Jamuna River
  • In a government provided shelter

What natural disaster primarily caused Meherjan to lose her home and land?

  • Earthquake
  • River erosion (correct)
  • Landslide
  • Tornado

Which river is responsible for eroding Meherjan's property?

  • The Padma
  • The Meghna
  • The Jamuna (correct)
  • The Surma

Approximately how many people in Bangladesh become homeless each year due to river erosion?

<p>100,000 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as one of the main causes of river erosion in the text?

<p>Climate change (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Who is a 'Meherjan'?

A person like Meherjan who has lost their home and belongings due to river erosion.

What is river erosion?

The gradual wearing away of land by the action of water, like a river.

Jamuna, Padma, and Meghna

Rivers in Bangladesh that are known for causing significant erosion during the monsoon season.

100,000 people

Becoming homeless due to river erosion is estimated to affect this many people each year in Bangladesh.

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River erosion & climate change

One of the primary dangers and consequences resulting from changes in the Earth's climate patterns.

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