Wave and Tsunami Quiz

Ocean waves are caused by

• winds

• water

• sun's gravity

• density

Explain the relationship the graph is showing. 

• Higher wind speeds will create higher waves.

• Slower wind speeds create bigger waves.

• Wind speed does not affect wave height.

• Greater gravitational pull will create higher waves.

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How do water molecules move in a wave?

• Water molecules move up and down in a circle.

• Water molecules follow the wave into shore.

• Water molecules move in a straight line.

• Water molecules do not move during a wave.

A wave is a movement of energy through a material such as water. 

 

• True

• False

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All of the following can cause a tsunami EXCEPT 

 

 

• wind

• earthquake

• volcanic eruption

• underwater landslide

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When waves break on the beach, erosion and deposition DO NOT happen. 

• True

• False

Which of the following are true of tsunamis? (Two correct answers.)

• speeds up to 600 mph

• speeds up to 60 mph

• lasts up to 2 hours

• lasts up to 20 seconds

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Which of the following are true of waves? (Two correct answers.)

• speeds up to 600 mph

• speeds up to 60 mph

• lasts up to 2 hours

• lasts up to 20 seconds

Which ocean is labeled with letter A?

• Atlantic

• Pacific

• Indian

• Arctic

Which ocean is labeled with letter B?

• Atlantic

• Arctic

• Pacific

• Indian