Earthquake Safety

Question 1

When the ground starts shaking, why should you move away from windows and shelves?

Accepted Answer

Because they can break and hurt you with glass or items that might fall.

Answer

Because they make the shaking louder.

Answer

Because they are the safest places to hide.

Answer

Because you can find snacks there.

Question 2

When the floor starts to shake, Liam thinks about staying by the big picture window or standing next to the tall bookcase. Which reason shows why he should move to the clear space in the middle of the room instead?

Accepted Answer

The glass in the window can break and the bookcase could tip over, so being in the middle keeps him away from sharp glass and heavy objects.

Answer

The window lets him watch the clouds move, and the bookcase will hold any falling things.

Answer

Standing by the window helps him hear the shaking louder, and the bookcase blocks the wind.

Answer

The window makes the room brighter, and the bookcase gives a place to hide under during the shake.

Question 3

The floor starts to shake while you are playing on the carpet. Which list shows the safest things to do, in the right order?

Accepted Answer

Drop down onto the floor, get under a strong table or desk, and hold onto it until the shaking stops.

Answer

Stand up quickly, run to the nearest door, and then hide under a chair.

Answer

Crawl to the window, look outside, and then sit on the floor.

Answer

Drop to the floor, cover your head with your hands, and stay still without holding onto anything.

Try three questions

When the ground starts shaking, why should you move away from windows and shelves?

When the floor starts to shake, Liam thinks about staying by the big picture window or standing next to the tall bookcase. Which reason shows why he should move to the clear space in the middle of the room instead?

The floor starts to shake while you are playing on the carpet. Which list shows the safest things to do, in the right order?

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