Tsunami

What is a tsunami?

• when land falls from a hill or cliff

• a large ocean wave

• magma coming from underground

• a form or precipitation

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What are most tsunamis caused by?

• Hurricanes

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes

• Landslides

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A meteorite can cause a tsunami.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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What kind of damage can tsunamis cause?

• They can destroy road, bridges, and buildings.

• They can cause tornadoes.

• They can make people sad.

• They can cause a drought.

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Tsunamis can cause power outages.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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A large earthquake can cause a tsunami.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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Experts tell people to evacuate before a tsunami occurs. What does evacuate mean?

• to stay where you are

• to leave the area

• to take a vacation

• to gather food and supplies

Tsunamis cause changes to the surface of the earth. Are they slow or fast changes?

• Slow

• Fast

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Which image shows a tsunami in action?

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If a tsunami is head to your area which of the following should you do?

• Climb a tall tree

• Go underground to a basement

• Go to higher ground like a hill or mountain

• Just stay and don't move from your area

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