Earthquake Causes and Effects

Grade 645 minutes

Learning Objective

I can explain the causes of earthquakes and how they affect the Earth's surface.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. What are tectonic plates, and how do they contribute to the occurrence of earthquakes?

2. Describe the three types of plate movements that can lead to earthquakes. Provide an example for each type.

3. Explain what happens at a fault line when tectonic plates get stuck. What is the significance of pressure buildup in this context?

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