Scenes of destruction after earthquakes in Greece; victims; soldiers help clean up; King Paul and Crown Prince

In central Greece, a series of earthquakes devastated the Thessaly plain, damaging over 5,000 buildings. Despite the destruction, the death toll and number of injured were lower than a previous disaster. The earthquakes left 31 dead, 170 injured, and 35,000 homeless. King Paul and Crown Prince Constantine toured the affected areas, while cleanup efforts were underway. Greece, declining outside aid, faced another quake in Thessaly, showcasing resilience in the face of disaster.

What area in central Greece was heavily affected by the earthquakes?

• The Peloponnese

• The Ionian Islands

• The Thessaly plain

• The Cyclades

How many buildings were reported to be destroyed or damaged in the Thessaly plain?

• 5,000

• 3,000

• 7,000

• 1,000

Who visited the heavily damaged areas in Greece after the earthquakes?

• Prime Minister of Greece

• King Paul and Crown Prince Constantine

• President of Greece

• Foreign dignitaries

What was the approximate number of people left homeless due to the earthquakes?

• 15,000

• 25,000

• 45,000

• 35,000

What was Greece's response to offers of outside aid following the earthquakes?

• They requested international assistance

• They declined outside aid

• They formed a coalition with other affected countries

• They accepted aid from neighboring countries