Earth's Surface Features

The top layer of earth's surface is made up of giant pieces of rock called_________.

• tectonic plates
• rock chunks
• tectonic forks
• rock bowls

What tool is used to measure the strength of earthquakes?

• telegraph
• I-pad
• seismograph 
• calculator

Scientists can predict when an earthquake will occur.

• True
• False

Which continent is not part of the Ring of Fire?

• Australia 
• Asia
• South America
• Africa

On which side of South America do volcanoes and earthquakes occur? 

• North
• South
• East 
• West 

Volcanoes and earthquakes usually occur in the same areas. 

• True
• False

What is responsible for the formation of earthquakes and volcanoes?

• earth fairies 
• movement of tectonic plates
• giant waves
• too much rain

Earthquakes and volcanoes often form on the coast. 

• True 
• False 

Mountains form in patterns similar to earthquakes and volcanoes.

• True 
• False

Where on earth do most earthquakes and volcanoes occur?

• The Hudson Bay
• The Ring of Fire
• McDonalds
• The Square of Doom