Earthquake

What is an earthquake?

• A sudden shaking of the ground

• A heavy rainstorm

• A snowstorm

What causes an earthquake?

• Heavy rainfall

• Movement of the Earth's plates

• Strong winds

Which scale is used for measuring earthquake?

• Richter scale

• Fahrenheit scale

• Celsius scale

What natural disaster may an earthquake cause?

• A tornado

• A typhoon

• A landslide

During an earthquake, it is safest to:

• Stand near windows

• Hide oneself under a sturdy table

• Use elevators

Earthquakes are most likely to occur:

• In deserts

• Near mountains

• Where two tectonic plates meet