What are some natural events that can trigger a tsunami?
I WONDER - What Is A Tsunami?

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Blizzards, hailstorms, and thunderstorms
Droughts, heatwaves, and wildfires
Volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and landslides
Hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do tsunamis typically occur?
As a continuous flow of water
As a sudden rise in sea level
As a series of waves known as a wave train
As a single massive wave
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a wave train in the context of tsunamis?
A series of waves that follow one another
A wave that dissipates quickly
A wave that circles back to its origin
A single wave that travels long distances
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Is the first wave in a tsunami usually the strongest?
Yes, it is always the strongest
No, it is usually weaker than subsequent waves
It depends on the location
It is unpredictable
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to the energy in a tsunami over time?
It dissipates quickly
It builds up, making the waves faster and stronger
It remains constant throughout
It decreases as the waves travel
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