Question

multiple-choice question
what is the leading cause of injury or death by earthquakes?
flying objects such as tvs, bookcases, etc.
the earth opening up and swallowing up people.
falling buildings

Explanation:

In earthquakes, falling buildings are the primary cause of injury or death. Flying objects cause harm but less frequently than building collapses. The Earth opening up to swallow people is a myth; earthquakes don't typically create such large, swallowing fissures.

Answer:

C. Falling buildings (assuming the options are labeled A, B, C with A: Flying objects such as TVs, bookcases, etc., B: The Earth opening up and swallowing up people, C: Falling buildings)