Earthquakes

What is the outer layer of the Earth called?

• Tectonic Plate

• Crust

• Core

• Mantle

What are the huge waves caused by earthquakes called?

• Cyclones

• Tsunamis

• Tidal Waves

• Storm Surges

What should you do if you are indoors during an earthquake?

• Run outside immediately

• Stand in a doorway

• Drop down and take cover under a desk or table

• Jump to keep balance

What causes earthquakes according to geoscientists?

• Ocean currents

• Movement of tectonic plates

• Lunar cycles

• Strong winds

What year did the monstrous earthquake hit the Bay Area in California?

• 1987

• 1989

• 1991

• 1993

What is the best thing to do if a Tsunami is approaching?

• Hide under a sturdy object

• Stay where you are

• Head for higher ground

• Try to outrun it

What do geologists hope to someday be able to predict about earthquakes?

• How people will react

• The number of aftershocks

• The names they will be given

• Their exact location and time

What did the movement of two tectonic plates cause in the Indian Ocean in 2004?

• A series of enormous waves

• An ice age

• A series of strong winds

• A volcanic eruption

What are other names for an earthquake mentioned in the text?

• Quake, Temblor, Tremor

• Shake, Rattle, Roll

• Bump, Jolt, Bang

• Crash, Blast, Boom

What happens to the Earth's crust during an earthquake?

• It fractures and creates faults and folds

• It remains unchanged

• It turns into liquid

• It expands uniformly