Journey Into Earthquake Science

Multiple Choice

Which of the following topics will most likely be covered in this lesson on earthquake science?

• How earthquakes are measured

• The history of volcanoes

• The science behind tsunamis

• The process of photosynthesis

Open Ended

Why is it important for scientists and communities to study earthquakes and understand how they work?

Multiple Choice

What is the main cause of most earthquakes?

• Movement of tectonic plates

• Volcanic eruptions

• Heavy rainfall

• Human activities

Multiple Select

Which of the following are types of faults found in the Earth's crust?

• Normal faults

• Reverse faults

• Strike-slip faults

• Oblique faults

Multiple Choice

Which type of seismic wave causes the most damage during an earthquake?

• Primary (P) waves

• Secondary (S) waves

• Surface waves

• Tsunami waves

Open Ended

Explain how a seismograph works and why it is important for studying earthquakes.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an effect of an earthquake?

• Ground shaking

• Tsunamis

• Landslides

• Volcanic eruptions

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a topic that will be covered in today's lesson on earthquakes?

• The causes of earthquakes

• The science behind seismic waves

• The history of volcanoes

• Earthquake preparedness

Open Ended

What are some of the main topics you expect to learn about in this session on earthquake science?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT recommended as part of earthquake preparedness?

• Ignoring emergency plans and routes

• Creating an emergency plan with meeting points and evacuation routes

• Preparing an emergency kit with essentials like food and water

• Securing heavy furniture with wall brackets and fasteners