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The earthquake that hit California had a magnitude of 7.9.
The earthquake that hit California had a magnitude of 7.9.
False (B)
The writer's family was together during the earthquake.
The writer's family was together during the earthquake.
False (B)
The earthquake lasted for approximately one minute.
The earthquake lasted for approximately one minute.
True (A)
Only one dish was broken during the earthquake.
Only one dish was broken during the earthquake.
The siblings felt that the earthquake was a relatively short experience.
The siblings felt that the earthquake was a relatively short experience.
The writer's parents were at home during the earthquake.
The writer's parents were at home during the earthquake.
The initial reaction of the siblings was to remain calm and collected.
The initial reaction of the siblings was to remain calm and collected.
The earthquake felt much longer than it actually was.
The earthquake felt much longer than it actually was.
The sister was the first to recognize that it was an earthquake.
The sister was the first to recognize that it was an earthquake.
Everyone in the apartment was injured during the earthquake.
Everyone in the apartment was injured during the earthquake.
The siblings had a lot of damage to clean up after the earthquake.
The siblings had a lot of damage to clean up after the earthquake.
The writer described the experience of the earthquake as forgettable.
The writer described the experience of the earthquake as forgettable.
The writer's brother immediately moved to get under his desk when warned.
The writer's brother immediately moved to get under his desk when warned.
Flashcards
Earthquake experience
Earthquake experience
A sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of Earth's tectonic plates, as experienced by a family.
Family's response
Family's response
Family's quick actions to protect themselves during the earthquake, including getting under furniture and checking for injuries.
Home alone
Home alone
The state of being alone in the house, without adults during the earthquake, and the increased apprehension it may cause.
Immediate actions
Immediate actions
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Earthquake damage
Earthquake damage
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Earthquake's effect
Earthquake's effect
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Family's safety plan
Family's safety plan
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Immediate reaction
Immediate reaction
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Earthquake duration
Earthquake duration
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Checking for injuries
Checking for injuries
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Communication during crisis
Communication during crisis
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Minimal damage
Minimal damage
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Unforgettable experience
Unforgettable experience
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