Plate Tectonics, Seismic Waves, Volcanic Eruptions, Earthquake Preparedness, Types of Volcanoes

What is the theory that explains how the Earth's lithosphere is divided into large, rigid plates that move around on the asthenosphere?

• Continental Drift

• Earthquake Theory

• Crustal Movement

• Plate Tectonics

Which type of seismic wave is the fastest and can travel through solids, liquids, and gases?

• L-wave (Love wave)

• S-wave (Secondary wave)

• R-wave (Rayleigh wave)

• P-wave (Primary wave)

What is the term for the sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface?

• Earthquake

• Volcano eruption

• Tsunami

• Hurricane

How can people prepare for an earthquake to minimize its impact?

• Ignore safety measures and hope for the best

• Stock up on perishable goods

• Secure heavy furniture, create an emergency kit, develop an evacuation plan, practice drop, cover, and hold on drills.

• Run outside during the earthquake

What type of volcano is characterized by explosive eruptions and steep sides?

• Shield volcano

• Lava dome volcano

• Stratovolcano

• Caldera volcano

What is the name of the boundary where two tectonic plates are moving away from each other?

• Subduction boundary

• Convergent boundary

• Divergent boundary

• Transform boundary

Which type of seismic wave is responsible for most of the damage during an earthquake?

• Surface waves

• Love waves

• Primary waves

• Rayleigh waves

What is the term for the molten rock beneath the Earth's surface?

• core

• lava

• magma

• igneous

Why is it important to have an emergency kit and plan in place for earthquakes?

• To attract attention from aliens

• To test out new emergency supplies

• To have a picnic during the earthquake

• To survive and stay safe during and after an earthquake.

What type of volcano is characterized by gentle eruptions and broad sides?

• Cinder cone volcano

• Shield volcano

• Stratovolcano

• Caldera volcano