The "channeled scablands" of the state of Washington were caused by ________.
A. the failure of an ice dam during glacial melting
B. a large rainstorm
C. the avulsion of a major river channel
D. winds from an ancient volcanic explosion at Mt. St. Helens
E. the gentle, slow melting of glaciers
Answer: A
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