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1.What is an earthquake?

A strong wind blowing

A heavy rainstorm

A sudden shaking or trembling of the ground

A bright flash of light in the sky

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2. Which layer of the Earth causes earthquakes?

Crust

Mantle

Atmosphere

Core

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3. What instrument is used to measure earthquakes?

Barometer

Seismograph

Compass

Thermometer

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4.Which of the following is a primary cause of earthquakes?

Tectonic plate movement

Solar eclipses

Volcanic eruptions. Heavy rainfall

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5. What is the name given to the point within the Earth where an earthquake originates?

Focus

Fault

Seismic wave

Epicentre

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6. Which of the following is NOT a sign that an earthquake may occur?

Shaking or trembling of the ground

Cracks in the ground

Loud thunderstorms

Unusual animal behaviour

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7. Which type of seismic wave arrives first during an earthquake?

Tidal waves

Surface waves

S-waves

P-waves

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11.What is the safest place to take cover during an earthquake?

Near a glass window

Under a sturdy table or desk

Under a tree

In a car

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12.How long can an earthquake last?

Weeks

Hours

A few seconds to a few minutes

Days

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13. What is the Richter scale used for?

Measuring the height of mountains

Measuring the strength of hurricanes

Measuring the strength of earthquakes

Measuring the temperature of the Earth's core

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15. What is a tsunami?

A giant ocean wave caused by an earthquake

A type of volcanic eruption

A type of cloud

A strong wind

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16. What should you do if you are near the ocean and feel an earthquake?

Go surfing

Collect seashells

Run towards the beach

Move to higher ground immediately

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17. Which of the following can help reduce the risk of damage during an earthquake?

Planting more trees

Ignoring earthquake drills

Building houses on steep hills

Securing heavy objects like bookshelves and water heaters

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19. What should you do after an earthquake stops?

Go back inside immediately

Check for injuries and damage

Ignore any aftershocks

Continue playing outside

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22. What is magma?

Hot rock that flows from a volcano during an eruption

A type of food

A type of animal

A type of cloud

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23. Where are most volcanoes found?

Under the ocean

In the forest

In the city

In the desert

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