Understanding Earthquakes

Understanding Earthquakes

9th Grade

10 Qs

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Understanding Earthquakes

Understanding Earthquakes

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

9th Grade

Easy

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the primary causes of earthquakes?

Ocean currents and tides

Weather patterns and climate change

Animal migrations and behaviors

The primary causes of earthquakes are tectonic plate movements, volcanic activity, and human activities.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the magnitude of an earthquake measured?

The magnitude of an earthquake is measured using seismographs and scales like the Richter scale or moment magnitude scale.

By measuring the sound waves

Through visual observation of damage

Using GPS coordinates

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some common effects of earthquakes on buildings?

Enhanced aesthetic appeal

Improved energy performance

Common effects of earthquakes on buildings include structural cracks, partial or total collapse, foundation failure, and damage to non-structural elements.

Increased insulation efficiency

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What safety measures should be taken during an earthquake?

Drop, cover, and hold on; stay indoors or move to an open area if outside.

Lie flat on your back in the middle of the street

Stand in a doorway until the shaking stops

Run outside immediately without checking surroundings

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are tectonic plate boundaries?

Tectonic plate boundaries are the areas where ocean currents flow.

Tectonic plate boundaries are the locations of volcanic eruptions only.

Tectonic plate boundaries are the edges where two tectonic plates meet, classified into divergent, convergent, and transform boundaries.

Tectonic plate boundaries are the regions where earthquakes do not occur.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do tectonic plates contribute to earthquake activity?

Tectonic plates create new landforms that prevent earthquakes.

Earthquakes are caused solely by volcanic activity, not tectonic plates.

Tectonic plates have no effect on the Earth's surface or seismic activity.

Tectonic plates contribute to earthquake activity by interacting at their boundaries, where stress builds up and is released as seismic waves.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What instrument is used to measure seismic waves?

Altimeter

Seismometer

Barometer

Thermometer

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