What features help a building withstand an earthquake?

1
Quake Challenge
Question

• What features help a building withstand an
  earthquake?

Hypothesis
Brainstorm to design a structure that will resist
a simulated earthquake. Write 2-3 sentences to
describe your design. Make sure to explain why
the design will withstand the earthquake.
2
Quake Challenge
Test the Hypothesis

• Follow your design to build a structure using the
  toothpicks and gumdrops.
• Test your design using the earthquake simulator.

3
Quake Challenge
Answer Questions

• What buildings were still standing after the
  final earthquake? What features made them more
  stable?
• How would you change your design to make your
  structure more stable?
• Based on this activity, what advice would you
  give to architects who design buildings in
  earthquake zones?