Tsunami Awareness Quiz

What is the most common cause of a tsunami?

• Volcanic eruption

• Undersea earthquake

• Meteorite impact

• Hurricane

Where do most tsunamis occur?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

• Ring of Fire (Pacific Ocean)

• Indian Ocean

How fast can a tsunami travel in deep water?

• 80 km/h

• 200 km/h

• 500 km/h

• 800 km/h

What natural feature usually triggers a tsunami at a subduction zone?

• Landslide

• Earthquake

• Volcano

• Cyclone

Which of the following is NOT a cause of a tsunami?

• Underwater landslide

• Lightning

• Volcanic eruption

• Meteorite impact

What was the magnitude of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake that triggered a massive tsunami?

• 6.9

• 7.5

• 8.3

• 9.1

Which country was most affected by the 2004 tsunami?

• Thailand

• Indonesia

• India

• Sri Lanka

Why are tsunamis more dangerous than regular tidal waves?

• They occur at night

• They are caused by storms

• They travel faster and have more energy

• They are visible from space

Which of the following is a common first warning sign of a tsunami?

• Strong winds

• Sudden drop in sea level

• Lightning

• Earth tremors lasting under 10 seconds

How can tsunami early warning systems help reduce damage?

• By preventing the earthquake

• By creating large barriers

• By alerting people before waves arrive

• By calming the sea