6th 2025 Topic 4 Plate Tectonics Review Game

What does the Continental Drift Theory suggest about the continents?

• They were once joined together and have moved apart.

• They have always been in their current positions.

• They float on water.

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If a volcano erupts explosively, what can we infer about the type of magma it contains?

• The magma is low in gas content and flows easily.

• The magma is high in gas content and thick, leading to pressure buildup.

• The magma is completely solid and does not erupt.

Which of the following is NOT evidence supporting the Continental Drift Theory?

• Similar fossils found on different continents.

• Matching geological formations on separate continents.

• The presence of dinosaurs on all continents.

What is magma?

• Molten rock beneath the Earth's surface.

• Solid rock found beneath the Earth's surface.

• The ash produced by a volcano.

What is the main difference between magma and lava?

• Magma is found above ground, while lava is underground.

• Magma is molten rock below the surface, while lava is molten rock that has erupted.

• Magma is a gas, while lava is a liquid.

Which type of volcano is characterized by gentle slopes and non-explosive eruptions?

• Composite volcano

• Shield volcano

• Cinder cone volcano

What is an active volcano?

• A volcano that has not erupted in thousands of years.

• A volcano that is currently erupting or has erupted recently.

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What is the Ring of Fire?

• A type of volcanic eruption.

• A region around the Pacific Ocean known for earthquakes and volcanoes.

• A circle of fire pits used for cooking.

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What causes an earthquake?

• The movement of tectonic plates.

• The eruption of a volcano.

• The weather changing suddenly.

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What is the focus of an earthquake?

• The point on the Earth's surface directly above the earthquake.

• The location where the earthquake is felt the strongest.

• The point inside the Earth where the earthquake originates.