Volcanoes and Earthquakes

Which region is known as the Ring of Fire?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

On average, how many volcanoes are erupting around the world at any given time?

• 1 to 5

• 5 to 10

• 10 to 20

• 20 to 30

What is the main cause of the volcanic activity of the Ring of Fire?

• Movement of tectonic plates

• Underwater volcanic eruptions

• Meteorite impacts

• Nuclear reactions

Which country experienced an eruption in June that killed more than 100 people?

• Philippines

• Indonesia

• Guatemala

• Japan

What is the San Andreas Fault?

• A volcanic mountain range

• A deep oceanic trench

• A major fault line in California

• A large system of underground caves

What is one way scientists predict future earthquakes and volcanic eruptions?

• Monitoring animal behavior

• Analysis of cloud formations

• Studying historical patterns

• Measuring solar activity

Which country has implemented anti-earthquake building codes and an early warning system?

• Japan

• Mexico

• New Zealand

• United States

What is the probability of a major earthquake on the northern section of the San Andreas fault in the next 30 years?

• 25%

• 50%

• 72%

• 90%

Which country is at risk of a mega earthquake due to historical earthquake patterns?

• Japan

• Mexico

• New Zealand

• United States

Why do governments often delay in prioritizing preparations for earthquakes and volcanic eruptions?

• Lack of scientific knowledge

• Limited funds

• Lack of public interest

• They believe they are uncontrollable