Earthquake Preparedness and Effects

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

• Mantle

• Crust

• Core

• Inner core

What are the large pieces of Earth's crust called?

• Faults

• Plates

• Waves

• Layers

What is the tool used to measure the strength of an earthquake?

• Seismograph

• Richter scale

• Barometer

• Thermometer

What natural disaster can occur when an earthquake happens on the ocean floor?

• Hurricane

• Tornado

• Tsunami

• Avalanche

Which area is known for having most of the world's active volcanoes and earthquakes?

• The Ring of Fire

• The Great Plains

• The Sahara Desert

• The Arctic Circle

What have scientists not been successful at predicting?

• Hurricanes

• Earthquakes

• Tornadoes

• Floods

What do some people believe animals do before an earthquake?

• Sleep more

• Act strangely

• Eat less

• Bark loudly

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What can dogs be trained to detect after an earthquake?

• Water sources

• Food supplies

• The smell of humans under rubble

• Gas leaks

What should you do if you experience an earthquake while inside?

• Run outside

• Stand in a doorway

• Crawl beneath a table or desk

• Jump up and down

What do engineers do to help buildings withstand earthquakes?

• Paint them

• Examine and reinforce structures

• Build them taller

• Add more windows