Natural Phenomena Quiz

What causes tsunamis?

• Underwater earthquakes

• Strong winds

• Heavy rainfall

• Solar flares

At what speed can tsunamis travel?

• 100 mph

• 200 mph

• 500+ mph

• 50 mph

Which wave is specifically linked to the gravitational pull of the moon?

• Tsunami

• Rogue wave

• Tidal wave

• Earthquake

What is the primary feature of a volcano?

• A large crater

• An opening in Earth's crust

• A high peak

• A deep valley

Which of the following is a type of volcanic eruption?

• Explosive

• Implosive

• Erosive

• Corrosive

Which volcano is least known to most Americans?

• Yellowstone Super Volcano

• Mount St. Helens

• Mauna Loa

• Mount Vesuvius

Which part of a volcano is the primary pathway through which magma travels to the surface?

• Secondary Vents

• Main Vent

• Caldera

• Fumaroles

What is the term for molten rock that emerges from the volcano and flows down its sides?

• Lava Flow

• Ash Cloud

• Pyroclastic Flow

• Lahar

What are large molten rock fragments that cool and harden before hitting the ground?

• Volcanic Bombs

• Ash Cloud

• Lava Dome

• Pyroclastic Flow

What collects in chambers beneath the Earth's surface?

• Water

• Magma

• Sand

• Air