Earthquake Quiz

What is the outer core of the Earth?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

What are the two types of crust?

• Hot and cold

• Thick and thin

• Rocky and sandy

• Continental and oceanic

What do we call the edges of the Earth's plates?

• Valleys

• Mountains

• Faults

• Rivers

What should you do during an earthquake?

• Call a friend

• Run outside

• Drop, cover, and hold

• Jump up and down

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

• Inner core

• Crust

• Mantle

• Outer core

What is one item to include in a safety kit?

• Toys

• Plenty of water

• Books

• Games

How do Earth's plates move?

• Not at all

• Quickly and suddenly

• Slowly and quietly

• Fast and loud

What is the Mercalli scale based on?

• People's observations

• Weather conditions

• Earth's temperature

• Machine measurements

What happens when plates bump into together?

• They form valleys

• They make rivers

• They cause earthquakes

• They create mountains

What should you do if you are in a car during an earthquake?

• Park on the street

• Drive fast

• Stay in the car

• Get out of the car