Potential Global Catastrophes Quiz

What is the Kessler Syndrome?

• A chain reaction of orbital debris destroying satellites

• A volcanic eruption causing global cooling

• A massive earthquake along the San Andreas Fault

• A solar flare disrupting Earth's electrical systems

What is the potential impact of Lake Toba's eruption?

• It could cause a massive earthquake in California

• It could lead to a chain reaction of orbital debris

• It could black out the sun and trigger mega tsunamis

• It could cause a global pandemic

How could a solar flare affect modern technology?

• By triggering earthquakes

• By causing volcanic eruptions

• By increasing global temperatures

• By devastating electrical systems and satellites

What is the 'Big One' in the context of the San Andreas Fault?

• A significant earthquake expected in the next few decades

• A global pandemic

• A large asteroid impact

• A massive volcanic eruption

What could be a consequence of global warming by 4 to 6 degrees Celsius?

• Improved agricultural yields

• Destruction of coastlines and agricultural collapse

• More frequent solar flares

• Increased volcanic activity