Earthquake Hazards Quiz

What is the perceptible shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from the sudden release of energy in the Earth’s crust?

• Tsunami

• Earthquake

• Ground Rupture

• Liquefaction

Which type of earthquake occurs due to the detonation of a nuclear and/or chemical device?

• Explosion Earthquake

• Volcanic Earthquake

• Tectonic Earthquake

• Collapse Earthquake

What measures the energy released at the source of an earthquake?

• Magnitude

• Intensity

• Seismograph

• Liquefaction

What is the effect of an earthquake on the Earth's surface?

• Magnitude

• Seismograph

• Intensity

• Ground Shaking

Which phenomenon reduces the strength and stiffness of soil due to earthquake shaking?

• Liquefaction

• Ground Subsidence

• Tsunami

• Lateral Spreading

What is the instrument used to record and measure vibrations during an earthquake?

• Seismograph

• Tsunami

• Magnitude

• Intensity

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

• Ignore the shaking

• Take cover under sturdy furniture

• Stand near windows

• Run outside

Where should you go if you are outside during an earthquake?

• Open area away from trees and buildings

• Near a building

• Under a power line

• Under a tree

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

• Turn off the engine and exit immediately

• Stop under overpasses or bridges

• Stay inside the vehicle until shaking stops

• Drive towards the epicenter

What should you do after an earthquake for recovery and rehabilitation?

• Check for injuries and render first aid

• Drive around the area to assess damage

• Turn off the radio and ignore emergency broadcasts

• Use matches, lighters, or candles inside