The Fukushima Nuclear Disaster of 2011
About:
The Fukushima nuclear disaster took place in Japan in March 2011
after a massive earthquake and tsunami struck the countrys eastern
coast. The tsunami flooded the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power
Plant, causing its cooling systems to fail and leading to meltdowns in
three reactors. The disaster released radioactive material and forced
tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes. This worksheet
explores the causes, events, and long term effects of one of the most
serious nuclear accidents in history.
What’s Included:
This worksheet features Article (5 paragraphs), True/False (15
statements), Comprehension Questions (6), Multiple Choice (15),
Word Search (15 words), Crossword (10 clues), and Odd One Out
(30 words).
Target Grades:
Grades 6-10
Teacher Note:
This topic connects science, geography, and history, making it a
great cross-curricular lesson. Encourage students to discuss the
difference between natural disasters and the technological failures
that can follow them.