Earth Science Geology, the Environment, and the Universe

Section 4: Earthquakes and Society

Self-Check Quizzes-English

1
A large ocean wave that is generated by vertical motions of the seafloor during an earthquake is called a(n) __________.
A)tidal range
B)upwelling current
C)tsunami
D)seiche
2
What is the probability of earthquake occurrence based on?
A)strain buildup only
B)location of foci
C)reoccurrence rates of earthquakes in an area and the rate of strain buildup
D)magnitude of P-waves
3
According to the map, which latitude and longitude is most likely to experience an earthquake?
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A)30°S, 60°W
B)0°N, 180°W
C)60°N, 120°E
D)0°N, 30°W
4
Which type of material is least desirable to build with in earthquake-prone areas?
A)wood
B)concrete
C)steel
D)brick
5
What material is most likely to experience soil liquefaction?
A)water saturated soil or sand
B)rocks and sand in the desert
C)volcanic ash that gets mixed with melting snow
D)topsoil in which crops are growing
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