Tsunami Research

Tsunami Research

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Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Life Skills, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the threat of tsunamis to the US West Coast, highlighting a one-in-seven chance of a significant tsunami in the next 50 years. Civil engineer Dan Cox and his team at the Hinsdale Wave Lab use simulations to study tsunami impacts, revealing that vertical evacuation can significantly reduce casualties. The video emphasizes the importance of engineering solutions in addressing natural disasters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated probability of a significant tsunami hitting the West Coast of the US in the next 50 years?

One-in-ten chance

One-in-seven chance

One-in-five chance

One-in-three chance

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivated engineers to create models of Seaside, Oregon?

A recent earthquake in the region

A government mandate for disaster preparedness

The devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina and the 2004 Asian tsunami

The need for better urban planning

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the casualty count when residents only evacuated inland during the tsunami simulation?

1,700 out of 5,000

500 out of 5,000

1,000 out of 5,000

2,000 out of 5,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is vertical evacuation?

Staying in place and waiting for rescue

Evacuating to a nearby island

Going up into a building or onto an earthen mound

Moving to a different city

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the casualty count change when vertical evacuation was implemented in the simulation?

It increased to 1,800

It decreased to 200

It remained the same

It increased to 2,000