Metamorphic Rocks Quiz

What are metamorphic rocks?

• Rocks that have changed due to heat or pressure

• Rocks that have layers

• Rocks that come from volcanoes

• Rocks that are very old

Which of the following is a type of metamorphic rock?

• Granite

• Sandstone

• Marble

• Limestone

Which metamorphic rock is often used for sculptures?

• Slate

• Marble

• Quartzite

• Gneiss

What causes a rock to become a metamorphic rock?

• Being buried under sand

• Being in a river for a long time

• High heat and pressure

• Being hit by a meteorite

True or False: A metamorphic rock has to melt before it can change.

• True

• False

Which metamorphic rock can be split into thin pieces easily?

• Quartzite

• Marble

• Schist

• Slate

What is the process of changing one type of rock into a metamorphic rock called?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Metamorphism

• Sedimentation

What is the texture of metamorphic rocks?

• Smooth and shiny

• Rough and grainy

• Soft and crumbly

• It can vary

True or False: Metamorphic rocks can only form from igneous rocks.

• True

• False

Which of the following metamorphic rocks is used for roofing and flooring?

• Marble

• Slate

• Gneiss

• Quartzite