Natural Disasters Quiz

What is the starting point of an earthquake called?

• Epicentre

• Focus

• Fault line

• Seismic wave

What do hurricanes need to grow?

• High altitude

• Dry air

• Warm, moist air

• Cold air

What can happen to objects during extreme conditions?

• They can float

• They can become solid

• They can burst or melt

• They can freeze

What causes the ground to shake during an earthquake?

• Temperature changes

• Water flow

• Pressure and vibrations

• Wind

What happens at the epicentre of an earthquake?

• It becomes a safe zone

• The ground starts to shake

• Nothing significant

• It cools down

What type of air is not needed for hurricanes?

• Pressure

• Heat

• Cold air

• Warm, moist air