NOVA -Tsunamis

What date did the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami occur?

• December 26, 2004

• December 25, 2004

• November 26, 2004

• January 1, 2005

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

How many people were killed by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami?

• Over 220,000

• Approximately 150,000

• Nearly 300,000

• About 100,000

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

What natural phenomenon caused the 2004 tsunami?

• Asteroid impact

• Earthquake

• Tornado

• Volcanic eruption

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

How long did the earthquake that triggered the tsunami last?

• Over 6 minutes

• Over 2 minutes

• Over 4 minutes

• Over 8 minutes

What magnitude was the earthquake on the logarithmic magnitude scale?

• 8.5

• 9.0

• 7.5

• 9.5

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Which area was first hit by the tsunami?

• Thailand

• Sri Lanka

• Northern Sumatra

• India

How did the tsunami affect the Earth's rotation?

• It changed the Earth's tilt

• It had no effect

• It shortened the day

• It lengthened the day

What was lacking in the Indian Ocean that contributed to the high death toll?

• Adequate shelter

• Seismic activity monitors

• Tsunami warning system

• Evacuation plans

What phenomenon can lead people to their deaths during a tsunami?

• Staying indoors

• Running towards the sea

• Seeking higher ground

• Climbing trees

What was one of the major environmental impacts of the 2004 tsunami?

• Increased volcanic activity

• Significant coral reef damage

• Reduction in global temperatures

• Expansion of desert areas

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-4