Article: “Powerful Earthquake in Italy Kills at Least 120 and Shatters Towns”
Before Reading:
Look at these pictures from before and after the earthquake in Italy. What do you notice?
Questions for Comprehension and Analysis
1. Look at the map embedded in the article. Where in Italy did an earthquake strike on Wednesday?
2. How large was the earthquake, and how many aftershocks occurred over the next several hours?
3. How many people were killed and injured by the earthquake? What towns were affected?
4. How did Prime Minister Matteo Renzi respond to the crisis?
5. What challenges do rescue efforts face?
What Do You Think?
Consider the question: Why do you think the earthquake in Italy was so severe? Then read this article to get an explanation, and come up with ways that Italy can try to protect itself from future earthquakes.