Volcanoes: Nature's Explosive Wonders

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

• Lava

• Obsidian

• Magma

• Basalt

Where are most of the Earth's volcanoes located?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ring of Fire

• Arctic Circle

What happens when tectonic plates move and crash against each other?

• They cause tsunamis

• They allow magma to rise and form volcanoes

• They form mountains

• They create earthquakes

What type of lava is known for its smooth, ropey texture?

• Pillow lava

• Aa lava

• Block lava

• Pahoehoe lava

What is a mantle plume?

• A volcanic crater

• A hotspot of abnormally hot rock inside the Earth

• A type of volcanic eruption

• A type of lava flow

Which type of volcano is characterized by having thin lava that can flow far away?

• Composite volcano

• Cinder cone

• Stratovolcano

• Shield volcano

What is the status of a volcano that has not erupted in a long time but could erupt again?

• Active

• Dormant

• Extinct

• Inactive

Which famous stratovolcano erupted in 79 AD, burying the city of Pompeii?

• Krakatoa

• Mount Vesuvius

• Mount Fuji

• Mount St. Helens

What is the tallest volcano in our solar system?

• Mauna Kea

• Olympus Mons

• Mount Everest

• Mount Etna

Why do some people choose to live near volcanoes despite the risks?

• For the cooler climate

• For the scenic views

• For the mineral resources

• For the rich, fertile soil