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Match the earthquake with the type of fault or plate boundary that generated it. (Note: Some choices may be used more than once.)
 
  A) Transform boundary
  B) Convergent boundary
  C) Intraplate fault
 
  1) Japan (2011)
  2) Loma Prieta, California (1989)
  3) New Madrid, Missouri (1811-1812)
  4) Turkey (North Anatolian Fault, 1999)
  5) Charleston, South Carolina (1886)

Question 2

Match the seismic hazard with the correct definition.
 
  A) Large ocean waves generated.
  B) Collapse and lowering of the land surface.
  C) Seismic energy transforms stable soil into mobile material incapable of supporting buildings.
  D) Rhythmic sloshing of water in lakes and enclosed basins.
 
  1) Liquefaction
  2) Landslide
  3) Seiche
  4) Tsunami
  4) Subsidence



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Answer to Question 1

Answers: 1) B 2) A 3) C 4) A 5) C

Answer to Question 2

Answers: 1) C 2) E 3) D 4) A 15) B



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