Natural vs Human Erosion

This worksheet asks students to decide whether ten erosion scenarios are caused by natural processes or human activities. Learners read each event carefully, then label it N for Natural or H for Human based on clues such as construction, mining, off-road vehicles, glaciers, rivers, storms, or landslides. The task strengthens understanding of how both nature and people can accelerate erosion. Students practice analyzing real-world situations and identifying the driving force behind landscape change. A bonus prompt asks students to choose one natural and one human example and explain each in one or two sentences, reinforcing reasoning. This builds environmental awareness and responsible decision-making skills.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Science – Human Impact on Earth Systems

Science – Natural Erosion Processes

Science – Environmental Cause and Effect

English Language Arts – Written Scientific Reasoning

This worksheet is part of our Weathering and Erosion Worksheets Collection.