Earthquake Quiz

What is an earthquake?

Which instrument is used to measure earthquakes?

The point inside the Earth where an earthquake starts is called

The point on the Earth’s surface directly above the focus is known as

Which scale is commonly used to measure earthquake magnitude?

Which tectonic plate movement causes most earthquakes?

Which layer of the Earth is mainly responsible for earthquakes?

Which country is located on the “Ring of Fire”?

What type of waves are the fastest during an earthquake?

An earthquake occurring under the sea may cause

Which continent experiences the most earthquakes?

Which magnitude range causes major destruction?

Which term refers to cracks along which movement occurs?

Earthquake-prone areas are known as

Which human activity can sometimes trigger earthquakes?