Taiwan Earthquake Awareness Quiz

What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Taiwan on April 3, 2024?

• 6.8

• 7.0

• 7.4

• 7.7

Which city was closest to the earthquake’s epicenter?

• Taipei

• Hualien

• Kaohsiung

• Taichung

How many people were killed as of April 7, 2024?

• 6

• 10

• 13

• 20

What natural disasters were triggered by the earthquake?

• Tsunamis

• Landslides

• Floods

• Wildfires

How far away was the earthquake felt?

• Japan and South Korea

• Hong Kong and Shanghai, China

• The Philippines and Indonesia

• Malaysia and Thailand

How did Taiwan’s preparedness help reduce fatalities?

• Evacuating people before the earthquake

• Strict building codes and early warning systems

• Underground shelters for residents

• The government stopping all business activity before the quake

What year did Taiwan implement preemptive measures like seismic sensors and earthquake drills?

• 1989

• 1995

• 1999

• 2005

How does Taiwan warn residents about earthquakes?

• Radio broadcasts

• Emergency sirens

• Phone alerts

• TV interruptions

What is the main reason Taiwan experiences frequent earthquakes?

• Its coastal location

• Its proximity to active volcanoes

• Its position along the Ring of Fire

• Its underground water reserves

What was the magnitude of the 1999 earthquake in Taiwan that resulted in over 2,400 deaths?

• 6.9

• 7.1

• 7.7

• 8.0