Volcanoes Quiz

What is the common thread that weaves the cultures around the Pacific Rim together?

• The old age of the volcanoes

• The daily lives of the people

• The fury of the volcanoes

• The beauty of the mountains

Which volcanic range is part of the infamous Ring of Fire?

• Mount Shasta

• The Unzen Peninsula

• Mount St. Helens

• The Cascade Range

What is the risk of living in the areas near the hazards of the Cascade Range?

• The risk has increased due to human activities

• The risk has decreased over time

• The risk remains the same as it was a thousand years ago

• The risk is unpredictable

What is the proactive approach taken by the people of Japan in dealing with volcanic hazards?

• Relying on the government for evacuation

• Building sediment dams to control mud flows

• Ignoring the risks of volcanic eruptions

• Evacuating immediately when a volcano erupts

What is the purpose of the sediment dams in Japan?

• To protect the mountains from erosion

• To create new farmland

• To control mud flows

• To prevent volcanic eruptions

What is the potential impact of an eruption on the I-5 corridor?

• Destruction of homes and farms

• Accumulation of ash on the interstate

• Disruption of air traffic

• Loss of power on the engines of airplanes

What is the likelihood of witnessing an eruption from Mount Shasta in a person's lifetime?

• 1 in 3 or 4

• 1 in 100

• 1 in 25 or 30

• 1 in 1000

What is the attitude of the locals in Mount Shasta towards the possibility of an eruption?

• They are worried but have evacuation plans

• They are extremely concerned and prepared

• They are not concerned and don't think much of it

• They are unaware of the risks

What is the purpose of the construction projects in Japan after volcanic eruptions?

• To prevent further destruction by future eruptions

• To repair the damage caused by the eruptions

• To study the volcanic activities

• To relocate the affected communities

What is the main reason people choose to live near volcanoes on America's west coast?

• The beauty of the mountains

• The availability of land

• The proximity to major cities

• The recreational activities