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Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
The bottom of the Tsunami wave is called the
Bottom
Floor
Trough
Below
A Tsunami wave can be as tall as
10 Feet
50 Feet
75 Feet
100 Feet
When a Tsunami approaches shore, the waves
Speed Up
Slow Down
Stay the Same Speed
Which natural hazard is a series of large ocean waves?
Earthquakes
Tornadoes
Tsunamis
Tropical Cyclones
Which natural hazard can NOT cause a tsunami?
Earthquake
Landslide
Volcanic Eruption
Tornado
Earthquakes, Volcanic Eruptions, and Tsunamis all occur near tectonic plate boundaries.
True
False
Tsunamis are caused by
underwater disturbances such as earthquakes, landslides, and volcanoes.
wind and the gravitational pull of the moon.
What is the primary cause of a tsunami?
Underwater earthquakes
Hurricanes
Tornadoes
Droughts
Which ocean is most frequently affected by tsunamis?
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Arctic Ocean
Pacific Ocean
What is the term for the first wave of a tsunami?
Crest
Trough
Wavefront
Initial wave
How fast can a tsunami travel in the open ocean?
30 km/h
100 km/h
500 km/h
1000 km/h
What should you do if you are on the beach and see the water receding rapidly?
Collect seashells
Run towards the water
Stay still
Move to higher ground
Which of the following is a warning sign of an approaching tsunami?
Sudden rise in temperature
Unusual animal behavior
Rapidly receding water
Heavy rainfall
What is the difference between a tsunami and a tidal wave?
Tsunamis are caused by tides
Tidal waves are caused by underwater earthquakes
Tsunamis are caused by underwater disturbances
Tidal waves are larger than tsunamis
Which country has a well-known tsunami warning system?
Brazil
Japan
Egypt
Canada
