Tsunami Quiz

What is the primary cause of most tsunamis?

• Tornadoes

• Earthquakes under the ocean floor

• Volcanic eruptions on land

• Meteor strikes

What was the main cause of the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami?

• A landslide

• A volcanic eruption

• An underwater earthquake

• A cyclone

Which of the following is NOT a typical effect of a tsunami?

• Flooding of coastal areas

• Destruction of vegetation

• Long-term cooling of the Earth's atmosphere

• Loss of human life

How did the international community respond to the Boxing Day Tsunami?

• By sending financial aid only

• By ignoring the disaster

• By sending aid and rescue teams

• By evacuating the affected areas

What is a tsunami warning sign that people on the beach might notice?

• Sudden increase in wind speed

• Rapid rise in temperature

• Ocean water receding unusually far from the shore

• Birds flying towards the ocean

Which area was most affected by the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami?

• The west coast of South America

• The east coast of Africa

• The west coast of Africa

• The coasts of the Indian Ocean

What can be done to minimise the impact of tsunamis?

• Building seawalls and add mangroves as a natural barrier

• Restricting building near coastal areas

• Stopping all underwater earthquakes

• Increasing the temperature of ocean water

Why is it important to have a tsunami evacuation plan?

• To ensure everyone knows how to swim

• To minimise confusion and save lives during an emergency

• To practice using boats and life jackets

• To increase tourism in coastal areas

What type of plate tectonic activity typically causes tsunamis?

• Conservative plate margin

• Destructive plate boundary

• Constructive plate boundary

• None of the above

Following the 2004 tsunami, what was a major health concern for survivors?

• Sunburns

• Frostbite

• Waterborne diseases

• Noise pollution