Michelle's Earthquake Report

Earthquakes

Opening statement
There are plates underground and they move around. They crash into each other that’s how the earthquake happens.

Plates
There are tectonic plates underground. Sometimes the tectonic plates crash or pull apart. They also rub together. They cause earthquakes.

Damage
There are heaps of buildings that get damaged by earthquakes. In Christchurch the big enormous church fell down. In Japan had a big enormous tsunami. The tsunami washed the cars and house away.

Safety
If there is an earthquake hide under the table and hold on to the table leg.

Conclusion
Earthquakes are horrible