Case Study → 2008 Sichuan (Emerging) earthquake (Edexcel A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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What was the magnitude of the 2008 Sichuan earthquake?
What was the magnitude of the 2008 Sichuan earthquake?
7.9
Where was the epicentre located in relation to Chengdu?
Where was the epicentre located in relation to Chengdu?
80 km NW of Chengdu
What was the focal depth of the Sichuan earthquake?
What was the focal depth of the Sichuan earthquake?
19 km
What was China's literacy rate at the time of the earthquake?
What was China's literacy rate at the time of the earthquake?
93%
How many people needed housing immediately after the earthquake?
How many people needed housing immediately after the earthquake?
Over 3 million people
How many temporary homes were built over three years?
How many temporary homes were built over three years?
1 million
Approximately how many people were killed in the Sichuan earthquake?
Approximately how many people were killed in the Sichuan earthquake?
70,000
How many dams were damaged by the earthquake?
How many dams were damaged by the earthquake?
Around 400 dams
How many quake lakes formed after landslides blocked rivers?
How many quake lakes formed after landslides blocked rivers?
34 quake lakes
Which preparedness measure was lacking before the earthquake?
Which preparedness measure was lacking before the earthquake?
Regular earthquake drills