Earth Science Quiz

What is an earthquake?

• The movement of the Earth around the sun

• A type of storm with strong winds and heavy rain

• The shaking of the surface of the Earth.

• The process of rocks breaking down into smaller pieces

What are the main causes of weathering and erosion?

• Wind and water

• Volcanic eruptions and earthquakes

• Human activities and pollution

• Plant growth and animal activities

How can rivers be formed?

• By rain fall/water that flows downhill.

• By the growth of trees along the mountains

• By the evaporation of water from the ground

• By the movement of tectonic plates

What is the difference between a lake and a pond?

• The difference is the type of fish found in each

• Lakes are always man-made while ponds are natural

• The size and depth of a lake and a pond are the main differences.

• Ponds are always larger than lakes

What is an example of ice on earth ?

• Tornado

• Glacier

• Volcano

• Desert

What causes an earthquake?

• Global warming

• Movement of the moon

• Volcanic eruption

• Movement of the tectonic plates

Weathering can break rock overtime ?

• True

• False

What are tiny rocks called?

• Gully

• Sediments

• Canyon

• Valleys

How are lakes formed?

• By the moon's gravitational pull

• By the movement of clouds

• By ice, or rain that fills an basin shaped earth surface

• By the rotation of the Earth

What is the importance of oceans?

• Oceans have no impact on the Earth's climate

• Oceans do not support any ecosystems

• Oceans aid us in transportation, fishing and retain oil.

• Oceans are only important for recreational activities