WorksheetsTsunami Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the primary cause of most tsunamis?
Tornadoes
Earthquakes under the ocean floor
Volcanic eruptions on land
Meteor strikes
What was the main cause of the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami?
A landslide
A volcanic eruption
An underwater earthquake
A cyclone
Which of the following is NOT a typical effect of a tsunami?
Flooding of coastal areas
Destruction of vegetation
Long-term cooling of the Earth's atmosphere
Loss of human life
How did the international community respond to the Boxing Day Tsunami?
By sending financial aid only
By ignoring the disaster
By sending aid and rescue teams
By evacuating the affected areas
What is a tsunami warning sign that people on the beach might notice?
Sudden increase in wind speed
Rapid rise in temperature
Ocean water receding unusually far from the shore
Birds flying towards the ocean
Which area was most affected by the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami?
The west coast of South America
The east coast of Africa
The west coast of Africa
The coasts of the Indian Ocean
What can be done to minimise the impact of tsunamis?
Building seawalls and add mangroves as a natural barrier
Restricting building near coastal areas
Stopping all underwater earthquakes
Increasing the temperature of ocean water
Why is it important to have a tsunami evacuation plan?
To ensure everyone knows how to swim
To minimise confusion and save lives during an emergency
To practice using boats and life jackets
To increase tourism in coastal areas
What type of plate tectonic activity typically causes tsunamis?
Conservative plate margin
Destructive plate boundary
Constructive plate boundary
None of the above
Following the 2004 tsunami, what was a major health concern for survivors?
Sunburns
Frostbite
Waterborne diseases
Noise pollution
