Volcanoes and Earthquakes Quiz

What is the primary cause of earthquakes?

• Erosion

• Plate tectonics

• Volcanic activity

• Weathering

Which layer of the Earth is responsible for tectonic plate movement?

• Inner core

• Outer core

• Mantle

• Crust

What type of volcano is characterized by broad, gentle slopes and eruptions of low-viscosity lava?

• Shield volcano

• Stratovolcano

• Cinder cone volcano

• Lava dome

The point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake is called the:

• Epicenter

• Hypocenter

• Seismic center

• Fault line

Which tectonic plate boundary is associated with the creation of new crust?

• Convergent boundary

• Divergent boundary

• Transform boundary

• Static boundary

What type of seismic wave travels the fastest?

• P-waves

• S-waves

• Surface waves

• Tsunami waves

Which of the following is NOT a type of volcanic eruption?

• Effusive

• Explosive

• Phreatomagmatic

• Sedimentary

The Ring of Fire is known for:

• Frequent floods

• High volcanic and earthquake activity

• Tropical storms

• Mountain ranges

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

• Lava

• Magma

• Ash

• Tuff

Which of the following tools is used to measure the intensity of earthquakes?

• Barometer

• Seismometer

• Thermometer

• Altimeter