Eruption in Hawaii

When did the Kilauea volcano erupt?

• July 4, 2018

• May 3, 2018

• June 1, 2018

• April 25, 2018

How many people were ordered to evacuate due to the eruption?

• Exactly 2,000 people

• About 1,000 people

• Less than 1,500 people

• More than 1,800 people

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What natural event occurred on the Big Island before the eruption?

• A thunderstorm

• A hurricane

• A magnitude 5.0 earthquake

• A tsunami

How many homes were destroyed by the lava?

• More than 50 homes

• Exactly 10 homes

• At least 26 homes

• Less than 20 homes

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is the name of the toxic gas released from the cracks?

• Methane

• Carbon monoxide

• Nitrogen oxide

• Sulfur dioxide

How many fissures opened up in Leilani Estates?

• 5 fissures

• 15 fissures

• 10 fissures

• 20 fissures

What is Kilauea known for?

• Being the smallest volcano in Hawaii

• Being inactive for centuries

• Being one of the most active volcanoes in the world

• Being the only volcano on the Big Island

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What did scientists say about the force of the lava flow on Monday?

• It remained the same

• It stopped completely

• It increased significantly

• There was a slight decrease

How many buildings in total were destroyed by the lava?

• At least 35 buildings

• 26 buildings

• 35 buildings

• 9 buildings

What did residents use to prepare for the eruption?

• Television news

• A local newspaper

• Social media updates

• An emergency alert system