Terrifying Tsunamis Comprehension Questions

What causes most tsunamis?

• Strong winds

• Earthquakes

• Heavy rainfall

• River floods

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What happens when the ocean floor moves during a tsunami?

• It creates small waves

• It causes the water to become warmer

• It creates big holes and huge waves

• It makes the ocean cleaner

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How fast can tsunami waves move?

• Up to 100 miles per hour

• Up to 200 miles per hour

• Up to 300 miles per hour

• Up to 500 miles per hour

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What happens to a tsunami wave as it approaches shallow water?

• It decreases in height

• It increases in height

• It stops moving

• It reverses direction

Where do tsunamis usually occur?

• In deserts

• In specific areas like the Pacific Ocean

• On mountains

• In forests

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What was the height of the biggest tsunami ever recorded?

• 100 feet

• 500 feet

• 1,720 feet

• 2,000 feet

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Where is the Pacific Tsunami Warning System based?

• Japan

• Chile

• Hawaii

• Alaska

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How often do destructive tsunamis happen on average?

• Every year

• Every five years

• Every ten years

• Every fifteen years

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