Tsunamis Quiz

What are tsunamis?

• Gentle ocean waves used for surfing

• Massive ocean waves triggered by underwater disturbances like earthquakes

• Small ripples caused by the wind on the surface of the water

• Regular tidal waves caused by the gravitational pull of the moon

What can tsunamis cause along coastal regions?

• Beneficial erosion for creating beaches

• Significant damage

• An increase in tourism

• Improved fishing conditions

What is an avalanche?

• A type of mountain

• A swift movement of snow down a mountain or slope

• A weather pattern involving heavy rainfall

• A frozen river

What commonly triggers an avalanche?

• Earthquakes

• Various factors

• Loud noises

• Animal movements

What does an avalanche present to those in its path?

• Opportunities for skiing

• Significant hazards

• A scenic view

• A clear path

What can cause an avalanche due to the overloading of existing snow layers?

• Earthquakes

• Heavy snowfall

• Skiing

• Rapid temperature changes

How can wind contribute to the occurrence of avalanches?

• By causing rapid temperature changes

• By triggering earthquakes

• By depositing snow unevenly on slopes

• By increasing the slope angle

Which factor makes steeper slopes more susceptible to avalanches?

• Human activity

• Wind

• Gravity

• Natural events

What type of human activity can trigger avalanches?

• Hiking

• Skiing, snowboarding, or snowmobiling

• Camping

• Bird watching

Which natural events can cause avalanches by disturbing snow layers?

• Heavy rainfall

• Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or rock falls

• Thunderstorms

• Forest fires