Earthquake Damage And Destruction Overview Quiz
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What is the primary cause of an earthquake?

  • The collapse of buildings
  • The movement of tectonic plates (correct)
  • The occurrence of landslides
  • The shaking of the ground
  • Which of the following is NOT a primary effect of an earthquake?

  • Tsunamis (correct)
  • Shaking ground
  • Liquefaction
  • Landslides
  • What is the term used to describe the point where the earthquake vibrations started?

  • Hypocenter
  • Seismic center
  • Epicenter (correct)
  • Tectonic center
  • Which of the following statements about earthquake damage is NOT true?

    <p>Earthquakes only affect buildings on land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is liquefaction, a primary effect of earthquakes?

    <p>The process of turning solid ground into a liquid-like state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a secondary effect of an earthquake?

    <p>Fires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of damage to the physical land can be caused by an earthquake?

    <p>Soil liquefaction and landslides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of liquefaction during an earthquake?

    <p>The vibration of the ground causes soil and sediment to act like a liquid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary threat posed by tsunamis generated by underwater earthquakes?

    <p>They can produce waves up to 80 feet high, causing massive coastal damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common secondary effect of earthquakes?

    <p>Volcanic eruptions triggered by the movement of tectonic plates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why earthquakes can lead to large economic damage?

    <p>The cost of repairing and rebuilding damaged structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of structural damage to buildings and bridges during an earthquake?

    <p>Ground shaking, surface ruptures, and liquefaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant consequence of the Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906?

    <p>It left around 250,000 people homeless due to the earthquake and subsequent fires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of damage that can happen to the physical landscape during an earthquake?

    <p>Volcanic eruptions, which can spew ash and lava over a wide area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary challenge faced by first responders after an earthquake in a populated area?

    <p>Accessing affected areas due to damaged or blocked roads</p> Signup and view all the answers

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