Earthquake Impacts

A city planner is determining the location for a new hospital. Which question can the planner answer by studying a Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale?

• How long an earthquake will last for?

• How will people respond in an earthquake?

• How much energy will be released in an earthquake?

• How will the ground respond in an earthquake?

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

According to the earthquake hazard map, which of the following regions likely experiences the most seismic activity?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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Which of the following events is NOT a secondary effects of an earthquake?

• fires

• tornadoes

• tsunamis

• landslides

Tsunami waves may be generated by _____.

• an underwater landslide

• tidal forces

• the force of gravity

• winds blowing across the ocean surface

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

A tsunami is often called a tidal wave, but the two are not the same, because they have different causes. What causes a tsunami?

• earthquakes

• hurricanes

• currents

• tides

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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If you are outdoors and the ground starts shaking because of an earthquake, you should look for a clear place away from trees and buildings.

• True

• False

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Which statement describes the best way to prepare for an earthquake?

• leave the area and go to a safer place

• stay away from buildings and power lines that may fall during an earthquake

• prepare an earthquake kit

• turn off water and power to your home

Why should you include only nonperishable food items in an earthquake survival kit?

• Nonperishable foods can generally be prepared using only a microwave.

• Because scientists cannot predict earthquakes, the food may need to last a long time before it is needed.

• You should include both perishable and nonperishable food items in an earthquake survival kit.

• Non perishable foods are healthy food choices.

Which of the following should you NOT do during an earthquake if you are indoors?

• cover your head

• yell out the window for help

• hold on

• get beneath a sturdy table

All of the items listed below should be part of your disaster preparedness kit except _____.

• a flashlight

• a fresh apple

• canned food

• a first-aid kit