Hati Earthquake Flashcards
(25 cards)
What year did the Haiti earthquake occur?
2010
What was the magnitude of the Haiti earthquake?
7.0
True or False: The epicenter of the earthquake was located near Port-au-Prince.
True
Fill in the blank: The Haiti earthquake struck on January __, 2010.
12
What was the estimated death toll from the Haiti earthquake?
Between 160,000 and 230,000
Which tectonic plate boundary is responsible for the Haiti earthquake?
Caribbean and North American plates
What was the primary cause of the extensive damage in Port-au-Prince during the earthquake?
Poor building infrastructure
True or False: The Haiti earthquake caused a tsunami.
False
What international organization provided significant aid after the earthquake?
United Nations
Fill in the blank: The earthquake triggered a humanitarian crisis in Haiti, resulting in over __ million people displaced.
1.5
What were some major health concerns following the earthquake in Haiti?
Cholera outbreaks and lack of medical care
Which country was the first to respond with aid to Haiti after the earthquake?
United States
What type of disaster was the Haiti earthquake classified as?
Natural disaster
Multiple Choice: Which of the following structures collapsed during the earthquake? A) Presidential Palace B) Hospitals C) Schools D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What was the immediate effect of the earthquake on Haiti’s infrastructure?
Widespread destruction and collapse of buildings
True or False: The earthquake occurred on a fault line.
True
What was the name of the fault line associated with the Haiti earthquake?
Enriquillo-Plantain Garden Fault
Fill in the blank: The earthquake resulted in significant __ losses for the Haitian economy.
economic
What was the main challenge for rescue operations after the earthquake?
Debris blocking access and communication breakdowns
What long-term impact did the earthquake have on Haiti?
Increased poverty and slow recovery
Multiple Choice: Which of the following countries sent troops to assist in recovery efforts? A) Brazil B) Canada C) France D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What was the role of NGOs in the aftermath of the Haiti earthquake?
Providing humanitarian aid and support for recovery efforts
True or False: The earthquake had no effect on the political landscape of Haiti.
False
What major event did the Haitian government face in the wake of the earthquake?
Political instability and leadership challenges