Earthquake Safety Quiz

Earthquake Safety Quiz

4th Grade

10 Qs

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Earthquake Safety Quiz

Earthquake Safety Quiz

Assessment

Passage

Science

4th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS2-3, MS-ESS3-2, MS-ESS2-2

Standards-aligned

Created by

Riaan Bentheim

Used 1+ times

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the definition of 'damage'?

D. Occurs when movement on a fault deep within the earth breaks through to the surface.

C. Harm that impairs the value, usefulness, or normal function of something.

B. A long, high sea wave caused by an earthquake or other disturbance.

A. A change which is a result or consequence of an action or other cause.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do when you feel the shaking during an earthquake?

B. Stay calm and wait for the shaking to stop.

C. Drop, cover, and hold on.

D. Move towards windows and mirrors.

A. Run outside as quickly as possible.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main cause of most earthquakes?

B. A sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that creates seismic waves.

D. Occurs when movement on a fault deep within the earth breaks through to the surface.

A. A long, high sea wave caused by an earthquake or other disturbance.

C. Movement of tectonic plates.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to have an emergency plan for earthquakes?

D. To move away from windows and mirrors.

A. To avoid running outside during an earthquake.

B. To protect yourself from falling objects.

C. To ensure that everyone is accounted for and safe.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do after the shaking stops during an earthquake?

B. Stay indoors and wait for further instructions.

A. Exit the building and gather in an open area away from buildings, trees, and power lines.

C. Check yourself and others for injuries.

D. Make sure you know your family's emergency plan.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the definition of 'tsunami'?

A. A change which is a result or consequence of an action or other cause.

D. Occurs when movement on a fault deep within the earth breaks through to the surface.

C. Harm that impairs the value, usefulness, or normal function of something.

B. A long, high sea wave caused by an earthquake or other disturbance.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main objective of earthquake drills at home and at school?

A. To protect yourself from falling objects.

D. To move away from windows and mirrors.

C. To practice and be prepared for an earthquake.

B. To ensure that everyone is accounted for and safe.

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