Earthquake and Tsunami

What does the term "tsunami" mean in Japanese?

• Harbor waves

• Earthquake waves

• Tidal waves

• Destructive waves

Which of the following is NOT a cause of tsunamis?

• Underwater earthquakes

• Wind-generated waves

• Underwater volcanic eruptions

• Landslides

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If you are outside during an earthquake, what is the safest action?

• Stand near a tree for support

• Move to an open area

• Stay under a powerline

• Get into a vehicle

After an earthquake, what should you do first?

• Use elevators to leave the building

• Check for signs of chemical spills or fires

• Immediately return to damaged buildings

• Cross damaged bridges

A tsunami is caused by underwater

• Fish

• Explosions

• Earthquakes

• Exploration

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What are tsunamis commonly known as

• Large waves

• tidal waves

• super waves

• crash waves

What should you do if you think a tsunami is coming?

• Go to higher ground

• Go to the beach

• Find a boat

• Hide in your house

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Before a tsunami the coastal sea depth normally

• Rises suddenly

• falls suddenly

• gets really hot

• fills with fish

Which country has the longest recorded history of tsunamis

• Japan

• Indonesia

• Italy

• Lisbon

1. What is a tsunami?

a. A large storm with very high speed winds

b. A tropical cyclone that occurs in the Pacific Ocean

c. A large and powerful ocean wave

d. A type of tornado

e. Any earthquake that causes significant damage

• a

• b

• c

• d

• e

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