Which are examples of humans changing the natural environment when trying to lessen the impact of natural hazards? Select three options. A. Fish habitats are changed when dams are built to control floods.
B. Oceanfront habitats are changed when seawalls are built to block storm tides.
C. Wooded habitats are changed when trees are cut down to prevent forest fires.
D. Urban habitats are changed when buildings are strengthened against earthquakes.
E. Backyard habitats are changed when storm cellars are built to withstand tornadoes.

Situation #2: imagine that you are a newspaper editor in columbus, oh in 1863. the civil war has been dragging on for more than two years already and shows no signs of ending soon. you are aware that many black males are willing to enlist in the union army but you fear that they may be mistreated and abused by the majority of soldiers on either side in this war. write a one-page letter (double spaced) editorial for tomorrow's edition of the newspaper. the topic is military service in the union army by free african american males. in your editorial, take a clear position for or against having black men join the fight. be sure to give reasons for whatever position you choose to take.