Volcanic Eruptions Quiz

What causes magma to rise to the Earth's surface, leading to a volcanic eruption?

• The gravitational pull of the moon

• The rotation of the Earth

• The movement of tectonic plates

• The cooling of the Earth's core

Which of the following is NOT a potential danger to humans living near volcanoes?

• Ash fall

• Tornadoes

• Lava flows

• Pyroclastic flows

What is the term for molten rock once it reaches the Earth's surface?

• Basalt

• Magma

• Lava

• Granite

What phenomenon occurs due to static electricity buildup during some volcanic eruptions?

• Volcanic lightning

• Earthquakes

• Hurricanes

• Tsunamis

Which islands are known to have been formed by volcanic activity?

• Hawaii, Iceland, and the Galapagos Islands

• Madagascar, Greenland, and Borneo

• Fiji, Bermuda, and the Maldives

• Sicily, Corsica, and Sardinia