Which Building Shape Best Withstands an Earthquake?

Science Fair Project Information
Subject: Engineering
Grade level: Middle School - Grades 7-9
Academic Level: Ordinary
Project Type: Experimental
Cost: Low
Awards: None
Affiliation: Selah Intermediate School
Description: An earthquake simulator was created from a pegboard. Toothpicks were used to create a cube, tall rectangle, pyramid and dome. Time of collapse is recorded.
Link: http://www.selah.k12.wa.us/SOAR/SciProj2002/TimS.html