Tsunamis Worksheet

Science Worksheet · Grades 4–7

Tsunamis Worksheet

A printable science worksheet for grades 4-7 on tsunamis. Students learn how an underwater earthquake creates giant waves that grow tall near shore, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.

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Subject

Science

Grades

Grades 4–7

Skill Focus

Tsunamis, earth science

Lesson Length

30 minutes

Lesson Overview

About this worksheet

A tsunami is a series of giant ocean waves usually caused by an underwater earthquake. This worksheet teaches how a tsunami forms, why its waves grow tall near the shore, and what to do during a tsunami warning.

The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the key terms. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.

Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Earthquakes and Tides worksheets.

How to Use This Lesson

Read the reference box and review the terms.

Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.

Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.

Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.

Pair with the Earthquakes Worksheet for the cause of tsunamis.

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Tsunamis Worksheet

A printable science worksheet for grades 4-7 on tsunamis. Students learn how an underwater earthquake creates giant waves that grow tall near shore, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.

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