Morocco Earthquake

What was the magnitude of the Earthquake?

• 6.8

• 7.2

• 5.0

• 6.5

When did the earthquake take place?

• October 31st

• September 8th of 2023 at 11:11pm

• August 8th

• September 11th

Is Morocco a tectonically active area?

• YES

• NO

What makes an Earthquake a disaster?

• 100,000 or more in property damage

• Loss of agriculture

• Over 10 deaths

• 100 deaths

What is a primary hazard of an earthquake?

• Landslides

• Intense shaking

• Death

• Obstruction of roads

What continent does Morocco reside?

• Southeast Asia

• South America

• Europe

• Africa

What made THIS earthquake so devastating?

• Loss of life

• Significant building damage

• Amount of people affected/ injured

• All of the above

What could be done to prevent another significant earthquake like this?

• Nothing

• Improved roadways and more education

• Improved infrastructure and essential government assistance

• Both B & C

During an earthquake which typically causes the most damage/deaths?

• Primary hazards

• Secondary hazards

• Both

Bonus question: Who provided aid to Morocco after the quake?

• Qatar and Saudi Arabia

• Spain

• U.K

• United States

• All but D