Ocean Waves and Tsunamis Concepts

What is the top part of a wave called?

• Trough

• Peak

• Base

• Crest

What causes most of the waves we see at the beach?

• Sun

• Fish

• Wind

• Boats

What is it called when the moon pulls water closer to the shore?

• Low tide

• Current

• High tide

• Wave

What natural event can cause a tsunami?

• Tornado

• Earthquake

• Rainstorm

• Wind

Where are tsunamis more likely to happen?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Ring of Fire

• Arctic Ocean