Plate Motion CH 1 Science Quiz

Why do geologists study fossils?

• To predict volcanic eruptions

• To learn about Earth’s past and how environments have changed

• To find water underground

• To measure earthquake strength

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Mesosaurus fossils are found on separate continents. What is the best explanation?

• Mesosaurus migrated across oceans

• Continents were once connected and later drifted apart

• Mesosaurus could fly short distances

• Fossils spontaneously appeared

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The outermost layer of Earth is composed of:

• Air and water

• Solid rock

• Molten lava only

• Sediment and sand

Core samples are useful because they allow scientists to:

• See what is beneath Earth’s surface

• Make jewelry from rocks

• Measure the depth of the oceans

• Predict rainfall patterns

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What name is given to the large sections of Earth’s outer layer?

• Crust zones

• Plates

• Layers

• Faults

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Where do most earthquakes occur?

• In the middle of oceans

• Along the edges of tectonic plates

• In deserts only

• Near the equator

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Which observation supports the idea that tectonic plates move?

• Patterns of earthquakes along plate boundaries

• Seasonal weather changes

• Ocean tides

• Soil erosion

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Geologists look for patterns in earthquakes and landforms to:

• Understand how Earth’s surface changes over time

• Locate gold deposits

• Build taller buildings

• Determine ocean currents

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Comparing earthquake maps with plate boundary maps shows that:

• Earthquakes occur randomly

• Earthquakes are concentrated along plate edges

• Earthquakes never happen near mountains

• Earthquakes only occur in oceans

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A cross-section diagram shows:

• Layers beneath the Earth’s surface

• The height of mountains

• River paths

• Locations of cities

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