Mount Tarawera Eruption Insights

The video explores the history of Mount Tarawera in New Zealand, focusing on the catastrophic eruption in June 1886. Villagers experienced violent earthquakes and witnessed the eruption of three peaks, resulting in significant destruction and the death of 120 people. Today, New Zealand has implemented advanced warning systems to mitigate the risks of future volcanic eruptions.

What natural event woke the villagers in June 1886?

• A hurricane

• A violent earthquake

• A landslide

• A tsunami

How many peaks of Mount Tarawera erupted during the event?

• One

• Three

• Two

• Four

What did the villagers see shooting into the sky during the eruption?

• Lava

• Water

• Smoke and fire

• Rocks

What did the survivors do when mud and ash began to fall?

• Climbed trees

• Sought shelter inside buildings

• Went to the beach

• Ran towards the volcano

How many people lost their lives in the Mount Tarawera eruption?

• 200

• 120

• 80

• 50

What has New Zealand implemented to prevent future volcanic tragedies?

• A volcanic research center

• A series of bunkers

• A sophisticated warning system

• A new evacuation plan