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Which state experienced the earthquake on August 23, 2011?
Which state experienced the earthquake on August 23, 2011?
- Virginia (correct)
- New York
- California
- Florida
What is the magnitude of the earthquake that occurred in Virginia?
What is the magnitude of the earthquake that occurred in Virginia?
- 7.5
- 5.8 (correct)
- 6.2
- 5.0
How did people near the center of the earthquake describe the sound?
How did people near the center of the earthquake describe the sound?
- Like a car crash
- Like an explosion
- Like a thunderstorm
- Like a train roaring to a stop (correct)
What needed to be checked for damage after the earthquake?
What needed to be checked for damage after the earthquake?
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What causes earthquakes?
What causes earthquakes?
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Which part of the United States experienced the earthquake on August 23, 2011?
Which part of the United States experienced the earthquake on August 23, 2011?
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What is the magnitude of the strongest earthquake ever documented?
What is the magnitude of the strongest earthquake ever documented?
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What is the purpose of measuring magnitude during an earthquake?
What is the purpose of measuring magnitude during an earthquake?
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What was the impact of the earthquake on buildings farther away from the center?
What was the impact of the earthquake on buildings farther away from the center?
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What needed to be inspected after the earthquake?
What needed to be inspected after the earthquake?
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