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The Quake That Swallowed a City!
1. According to the caption on the first page, what were some of the things that occurred
during the earthquake?
2. When and where did this earthquake occur?
3. What type of plate boundary caused this earthquake (you will need to use your notes)
4. How many people died as a result of this earthquake?
5. What was Port Royal famous for?
6. Why was the news of this earthquake good news for people living in other areas?
7. What was the original explanation for the destruction from the earthquake?
8. What was the geologic difference between Port Royal and the mainland of Jamaica?
9. Explain what Liquefaction is
10. What happens to large objects resting on wet sand that is being shaken?
11. Why did some people who managed to keep their heads above sand die? (Be sure to
read the witness accounts!)
12. Contrast liquefaction by flotation and fountaining.
13. List 3 pieces of evidence that suggests the earthquake was major and not moderate.
14. Why was the theory that showed a landslide proved wrong?
15. Why is this important to people during this day and age?