Getting Ready for Earthquakes Achieve3000

What is the main purpose of Japan's televised earthquake warnings?

• To predict exactly when an earthquake will strike.

• To alert the public about earthquakes before they feel the ground shake.

• To measure the strength of an earthquake.

• To prevent earthquakes from happening.

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What is one of the benefits of the early-warning system mentioned in the article?

• It can predict the exact location of an earthquake.

• It can help reduce injuries and damage.

• It can stop earthquakes from occurring.

• It can measure the depth of an earthquake.

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According to the article, what can cause false alarms in the earthquake warning system?

• Heavy rain

• Strong winds

• Lightning or other interference

• High temperatures

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Who is Barry Drummond?

• A spokesperson for Japan's Meteorological Agency

• An earthquake expert at Geoscience Australia

• A news broadcaster in Japan

• A government official in Japan

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Which of the following is NOT a reason for great damage during an earthquake?

• Moving Blocks of Rock

• Structural Weakening

• Fires

• Heavy Rainfall

Blocks of rock can move on either side of a ______.

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Earthquakes can cause soil liquefaction.

• True

• False

What can cause great damage if broken water pipes keep firefighters from getting water?

• Landslides

• Soil Liquefaction

• Fires

• Structural Weakening

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Earthquakes can cause soil liquefaction, where the soil becomes like a thick ______.

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What are some signs that scientists look for to predict earthquakes?