Understanding Tsunamis

What is a tsunami?

• A type of fish

• A large ocean wave caused by underwater events

• A kind of boat

• A weather phenomenon

What are some causes of tsunamis mentioned in the video?

• Earthquakes, landslides, volcanic eruptions

• Heavy rain, strong winds, and snow

• Airplanes flying over the ocean

• Boats traveling at high speed

How fast can tsunami waves travel?

• 10 mph

• 100 mph

• 500 mph

• 1000 mph

What happens to tsunami waves as they approach the shore?

• They disappear

• They become smaller

• They grow taller and more dangerous

• They turn into regular ocean waves

What should you do if you get stuck in a tsunami?

• Swim as hard as you can

• Hold onto a floating object

• Run away from the ocean

• Dive deep underwater

True or False: The first wave of a tsunami is usually the strongest.

• True

• False

At what height can some tsunami waves be, making them almost unnoticed?

• 1 meter

• 30 centimeters

• 3 meters

• 10 centimeters