Natural Disasters and Their Impact

The video explores the destructive power of natural disasters, focusing on volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. It covers significant events like the Montserrat and Icelandic eruptions, the Merapi volcano in Indonesia, and major earthquakes in Nepal, Sichuan, Haiti, and Kashmir. The video highlights the impact on human life and infrastructure, emphasizing the need for preparedness and understanding of these natural phenomena.

What natural disaster struck Montserrat in 1995?

• Flood

• Volcanic eruption

• Tornado

• Earthquake

What was the main cause of the disruption to air travel in Europe in 2010?

• Earthquake

• Tsunami

• Volcanic ash cloud

• Hurricane

Which volcano in Indonesia is considered the most dangerous due to its frequent eruptions?

• Merapi

• Tambora

• Bromo

• Krakatoa

What is the potential threat posed by the Yellowstone supervolcano?

• Massive flooding

• Global cooling

• Widespread volcanic eruption

• Tsunami

What was the magnitude of the 2015 Nepal earthquake?

• 8.1

• 7.8

• 7.3

• 6.5

Which Chinese province was affected by the 2008 earthquake?

• Guangdong

• Sichuan

• Yunnan

• Hunan

What was the estimated death toll of the 1960 Chile earthquake?

• 15,000

• 10,000

• 8,000

• 1,655

Which country experienced a devastating earthquake in January 2010?

• Chile

• Haiti

• Japan

• Indonesia

What was a significant challenge in the rescue operations during the 2005 Kashmir earthquake?

• Severe weather conditions

• Remote mountainous terrain

• Lack of medical supplies

• Communication breakdown

What is the primary cause of earthquakes?

• Tectonic plate movements

• Landslides

• Tsunamis

• Volcanic eruptions