EARTHQUAKE  QUIZZ

EARTHQUAKE QUIZZ

4th - 9th Grade

10 Qs

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EARTHQUAKE  QUIZZ

EARTHQUAKE QUIZZ

Assessment

Quiz

Science, Other Sciences

4th - 9th Grade

Easy

Created by

Sreeya Sreejith

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an epicenter? 

Where an earthquake started

The surface right above where an earthquake started 

Answer explanation

The epicenter is defined as the point on the Earth's surface directly above where an earthquake originates. Therefore, the correct answer is 'The surface right above where an earthquake started'.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where the earthquake begins on surface.

epicenter

joint

fault

focus

Answer explanation

The earthquake begins at the focus, but the point directly above it on the Earth's surface is called the epicenter. Therefore, the correct answer is epicenter.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What are earthquakes?

The shaking that results from the movement of rock beneath Earth's surface

Masses of earth sliding down cliffs or mountains

A rotating column of air causing mass destruction

A gigantic wave

Answer explanation

Earthquakes are defined as the shaking that results from the movement of rock beneath Earth's surface. This movement can cause significant ground shaking, distinguishing it from other geological phenomena.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What causes earthquakes?

Millions of people jumping at once

The earth rotating

The movement of plate tectonics

Gravity

Answer explanation

Earthquakes are primarily caused by the movement of plate tectonics. The Earth's crust is divided into plates that float on the semi-fluid mantle. Their interactions, such as collisions or sliding past each other, generate seismic activity.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image

What is the scale used to measure the strengths of earthquakes?

Fujita scale

Richter scale

Damage scale

NASA scale

Answer explanation

The Richter scale is the standard scale used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes, quantifying the energy released. The other options, like the Fujita scale, measure different phenomena, such as tornado damage.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Can earthquakes be predicted

Yes

No

Answer explanation

Currently, earthquakes cannot be accurately predicted. While scientists can identify areas at risk and understand seismic patterns, the exact timing and location of an earthquake remain uncertain, making the answer 'No'.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

The earth has top layer called...

crust

ocean

land

sea

Answer explanation

The earth's top layer is called the crust. It is the outermost solid shell of the planet, distinguishing it from the ocean, land, and sea, which refer to bodies of water and landforms.

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