Question 1
Grade 12 Geography entrance exam, 2018 E.C. (2026)
What is an earthquake?
- A.It is the swift vibration of the ground.
- B.It is the slow rising and sinking of the crust.
- C.It is the emission of gases and other materials.
- D.It is the outpouring of molten rocks.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A It is the swift vibration of the ground.
Why
An earthquake is defined as a sudden or swift vibration of the Earth's crust caused by the release of energy along fault lines or due to volcanic activity.


