Question

Which correctly identifies ways that earthquakes and tsunamis can
cause destruction? (1 point)
earthquakes: erosion of beaches
tsunamis: move blocks of land up or down
earthquakes: landslides
tsunamis: open up large cracks in Earth’s crust
earthquakes: open up large cracks in Earth’s crust
tsunamis: erosion of beaches
earthquakes: landslides
tsunamis: move blocks of land up or down

Answer 1

The correct identification of ways that earthquakes and tsunamis can cause destruction is:

- earthquakes: landslides
- tsunamis: erosion of beaches

You could also note:

- earthquakes: open up large cracks in Earth’s crust
- tsunamis: move blocks of land up or down

Both sets accurately reflect the destructive effects that earthquakes and tsunamis can have. However, the primary destructive mechanisms typically associated with each are more clearly captured in the first two points mentioned.