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earthquake

Total questions: 9

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

1. What is the name of the top layer of the earth?

a)

Mantle

b)

Crust

c)

Outer core

2.

What causes strong earthquakes to happen?

a)

A strong earthquake is caused by a sudden slip on a fault?

b)

A strong earthquake is caused by people, as in explosions?

3.

Can a magnitude 3 earthquake destroy a house?

a)

Yes

b)

No

4.

Earthquake ground motion is recorded with a ...?

a)

Seismograph

b)

Seismogram

5.

How can we protect ourselves from earthquakes?

a)

We can do nothing.

b)

We can build broader streets.

c)

We can build well designed and constructed houses.

6.

To where should you evacuate if near a large body of water?

a)

The closest shelter

b)

he nearest tall tree

c)

Higher ground

d)

Your car

7.

More people are injured or killed by falling furniture than building damage.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

How often should you replace perishable items in your emergency kit such as water, food, meds, and batteries?

a)

Every 4 months

b)

Every 6 months

c)

Every year

d)

Every 2 years

9.

While an earthquake is taking place you should:

a)

Stop, Drop, and Roll

b)

Drop, Cover, and Hold On