Earthquake and Tsunami Alert in Japan

Earthquake and Tsunami Alert in Japan

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Geography, History

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck off the northeast coast of Japan, leading to a tsunami warning. The earthquake caused significant power outages affecting at least two million homes, including in Tokyo. A meter-high wave is anticipated, prompting warnings for residents to evacuate coastal areas. The event highlights the earthquake's strength and its widespread repercussions.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Japan?

8.0

6.5

7.3

7.0

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many homes were reported to have lost power due to the earthquake?

One million

Three million

Two million

Five million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city was specifically mentioned as being affected by power outages?

Kyoto

Hiroshima

Tokyo

Osaka

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What height of the tsunami wave was expected to hit the land?

Half a meter

Three meters

One meter

Two meters

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What precautionary measure was advised to the residents in coastal areas?

Stay indoors

Evacuate to higher ground

Move away from coastal areas

Stock up on supplies