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The Volcano That Changed the World

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Question 1

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Reread the first section of the article. What are some examples of strange weather events that happened in 1816? Include at least three.

Question 2

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What details does the author include in “A Ruined Land” to help you picture how powerful the eruption of Mount Tambora was?

Question 3

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Based on “Ignored and Forgotten,” what are some effects Tambora’s eruption had on the island of Sumbawa?

Question 4

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How does the map on page 8, titled “The Eruption Felt Around the World,” help you understand the end of the section “Ignored and Forgotten”?