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Classify earthquakes — free printable Middle School Science worksheet

This middle-school Earth and Space Science worksheet asks students to classify earthquakes based on key characteristics such as magnitude, depth, and location, deepening their understanding of Earth layers and tectonics. Teachers can use it as a structured sorting task after a lesson on seismic activity, giving students a clear framework for organizing scientific information. The classification work prepares students for broader discussions on plate tectonics and geological hazards.

Learning objectives

  • Classify earthquakes by magnitude, depth, or type of seismic movement
  • Connect earthquake characteristics to their causes within the tectonic system
  • Use classification to compare and contrast different seismic events

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  3. Use the included answer key to mark it in seconds.

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