ES-5.5-Earthquake-Destruction

Multiple Choice

BELLRINGER:

Which level of the Mercalli Scale is associated with total damage and objects being thrown upward?

• Level IV

• Level VII

• Level X

• Level XII

Multiple Select

What were some of the major impacts of the 1964 Alaska Earthquake?

• It caused a tsunami that affected Hawaii

• It left thousands homeless and disrupted Alaska's economy

• It resulted in 128 deaths and 28 aftershocks

• It destroyed the entire city of Anchorage

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a factor determining the destruction caused by an earthquake?

• Magnitude & Proximity

• Vibration Intensity

• Ground Material

• Weather Conditions

Open Ended

Explain how liquefaction can lead to the failure of buildings and infrastructure during an earthquake.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are hazards associated with earthquakes?

• Ground Subsidence

• Fire Destruction

• Cascading Effects

• Tornado Formation

Fill in the Blanks

Waves generated by undersea earthquakes can travel at speeds of up to

km/hr, similar to a commercial airliner.