Mammoth Shakes and Monster Waves

3. After the mammoth shakes and monster waves, a research study found that...

• coral reefs were not destroyed by the tsunami.

• having more trees helped protect some beach areas.

• all the homes along shorelines could be rebuilt.

• sea creatures use tree roots for food and shelter.

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4. One effect of the research into tree zones, particularly in the context of 'mammoth shakes' and 'monster waves', was that..

• more shrimp farms were rebuilt on coral reefs.

• scientists began studying tiny sea creatures.

• local communities replanted mangrove forests.

• houses with landscaping were less damaged.

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19. How can local governments support recovery after 'mammoth shakes' and 'monster waves'?

• By increasing taxes on disaster relief supplies

• By providing financial aid to affected families

• By cutting funding for emergency services

• By discouraging community rebuilding efforts

11. What is a common consequence of 'mammoth shakes' and 'monster waves'?

• Increased biodiversity

• Improved air quality

• Loss of habitat for wildlife

• Decrease in carbon emissions

To gauge the impact of 'mammoth shakes' and 'monster waves', you...

• plant it in a garden.

• take it to the beach.

• make an estimate about it.

• put it together.

2. Which of these was an effect of the 'mammoth shakes' and 'monster waves'?

• Water was contaminated.

• Relief workers didn't want to enter war zones.

• Women did not learn to swim.

• Many earthquakes occurred after the tsunami.

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10. If a mammoth shake or monster wave ruptures something...

• you draw it.

• you break it.

• you make it bounce.

• you build it.

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5. A tsunami warning system...

• does not exist anywhere in the world.
• was installed in the Indian Ocean.
• only works in the Pacific Ocean.
• caused a tsunami in Hawaii.

21. Which of the following is a natural barrier that can reduce the impact of 'mammoth shakes' and 'monster waves'?

• Metal fences

• Sand dunes

• Wooden decks

• Concrete walls

18. Which of the following is a strategy to prepare for 'mammoth shakes' and 'monster waves'?

• Reducing the height of sea walls

• Ignoring evacuation warnings

• Developing early warning systems

• Building homes closer to the shore