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Rocks Unit Summative [23-24] master set

Total questions: 104

Worksheet time: 9hrs 40mins

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1.
The basaltic rock that forms volcanic mountains where mantle plumes reach Earth’s surface is usually composed of 
a)
fine-grained, dark-colored felsic minerals
b)
coarse-grained, light-colored felsic minerals
c)
fine-grained, dark-colored mafic minerals
d)
coarse-grained, light-colored mafic minerals
2.
Identify two minerals found in an igneous rock that is produced from the explosive rhyolite magma.
a)
quartz and olivine
b)
biotite and pyroxene
c)
potassium feldspar and quartz
d)
potassium feldspar and olivine
3.
Identify the environment of formation of this igneous rock based on the size of its intergrown crystals.
a)
volcanic
b)
extrusive
c)
in a lava flow
d)
intrusive
4.
Based on the minerals present, identify the relative color and density of this igneous rock compared to mafic igneous rocks with the same crystal size.
a)
Color—darker
Density—higher
b)
Color—darker
Density—lower
c)
Color—lighter
Density—higher
d)
Color—lighter
Density—lower
5.
The basaltic rock that forms volcanic mountains where mantle plumes reach Earth’s surface is usually composed of 
a)
fine-grained, dark-colored felsic minerals
b)
coarse-grained, light-colored felsic minerals
c)
fine-grained, dark-colored mafic minerals
d)
coarse-grained, light-colored mafic minerals
6.
The data table gives characteristics of the gemstone peridot.

Peridot is a form of the mineral
a)
pyrite
b)
olivine
c)
pyroxene
d)
garnet
7.
Identify two minerals found in an igneous rock that is produced from the explosive rhyolite magma.
a)
quartz and olivine
b)
biotite and pyroxene
c)
potassium feldspar and quartz
d)
potassium feldspar and olivine
8.
Rock B has a glassy, vesicular texture and is composed mainly of potassium feldspar and quartz. State the name of rock B.
a)
obsidian
b)
pumice
c)
scoria
d)
basaltic glass
9.
An extrusive igneous rock with a mineral composition of 35% quartz, 35% potassium feldspar, 15% plagioclase feldspar, 10% biotite, and 5% amphibole is called 
a)
rhyolite
b)
granite
c)
gabbro
d)
basaltic glass
10.
Which igneous rock is dark colored, cooled rapidly on Earth’s surface, and is composed mainly of plagioclase feldspar, olivine, and pyroxene?
a)
obsidian
b)
gabbro
c)
rhyolite
d)
scoria
11.
The diagram below shows four mineral samples, each having approximately the same mass.
If all four samples are placed together in a closed, dry container and shaken vigorously for 10 minutes, which mineral sample would experience the most abrasion?
a)
quartz
b)
pyroxene
c)
amphibole
d)
galena
12.
The hardness and density of each gemstone is based primarily on the gemstone’s  
a)
internal arrangement of atoms
b)
oxygen content
c)
geologic time of formation
d)
natural abundance
13.
The hardness and density of each gemstone is based primarily on the gemstone’s  
a)
internal arrangement of atoms
b)
oxygen content
c)
geologic time of formation
d)
natural abundance
14.
Part of a gemstone’s value is based on the way the gemstone shines in reflected light. The way a mineral reflects light is described as the mineral’s 
a)
luster
b)
streak
c)
fracture
d)
hardness
15.

According to the Earth Science Reference Tables, which

sedimentary rock would be formed by the compaction and cementation of particles 1.5 centimeters in diameter?


A) shale

B) conglomerate

C) siltstone

D) sandstone

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

16.

Where is metamorphic rock frequently found?


A) along the interface between igneous intrusions and

sedimentary bedrock

B) within large lava flows

C) on mountaintops that have horizontal layers containing marine fossils

D) as a thin surface layer covering huge areas of the

continents

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

17.

According to the Earth Science Reference Tables, which

graph best represents the comparison of the average grain sizes in basalt, granite, and rhyolite?

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

18.

According to the Earth Science Reference Tables, which is

a fine-grained igneous rock made up primarily of pyroxene and plagioclase feldspar?

a)

granite

b)

gabbro

c)

basalt

d)

rhyolite

19.

According to the Earth Science Reference Tables, which characteristic determines whether a rock is classified as a shale, a siltstone, a sandstone, or a conglomerate?

a)

the mineral composition of the sediments within the rock

b)

the density of the sediments within the rock

c)

the particle size of the sediments within the rock

d)

the absolute age of the sediments within the rock

20.

According to the Earth Science Reference Tables, which is a sedimentary rock that forms as a result of precipitation from seawater?

a)

shale

b)

halite

c)

basalt

d)

conglomerate

21.

According to the Earth Science Reference Tables, which sedimentary rock is composed of fragmented skeletons and shells of sea organisms compacted and cemented together?

a)

shale

b)

sandstone

c)

gypsum

d)

limestone

22.

The best evidence for determining the cooling rate of an igneous rock during its solidification is provided by...?

a)

disintegration of radioactive substances

b)

crystal size of its minerals

c)

index fossils

d)

faults in the rock

23.

According to the "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" in the Earth Science Reference Tables, basalt contains the greatest quantity of which mineral?

a)

mica

b)

quartz

c)

pyroxene

d)

potassium feldspar

24.

According to the "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" in the Earth Science Reference Tables, which statement best describes the percentage of plagioclase feldspars in a sample of gabbro?

a)

Gabbro always contains less plagioclase feldspars than pyroxene.

b)

Gabbro contains no plagioclase feldspars.

c)

Plagioclase feldspars always make up 25% of a gabbro rock sample.

d)

The percentage of plagioclase feldspar in gabbro can vary.

25.

According to the Earth Science Reference Tables, which property would be most useful for identifying igneous rocks?

a)

types of fossils present

b)

kind of cement

c)

number of minerals present

d)

mineral composition

26.

Most igneous rocks form by which processes?

a)

erosion & deposition

b)

heat & pressure

c)

melting & solidification

d)

compaction & cementation

27.

A river carrying pebbles, sand, silt, and clay flows into the ocean. The sediments are sorted by size as they are deposited at different distances from shore. Which sedimentary rock will most likely form from the sediment deposited farthest from shore?

a)

conglomerate

b)

sandstone

c)

siltstone

d)

shale

28.

The recrystallization of unmelted material under high temperature and pressure results in

a)

volcanic rock

b)

igneous rock

c)

metamorphic rock

d)

sedimentary rock

29.

The root word " (a)   " mean change.

Choose from the below words
MORPH
CYCLO
IGNI
SEDI
30.

Limestone becomes (a)   when temperature and pressure increase!

Choose from the below words
marble
granite
sandstone
feldspar
31.

(a)   metamorphism occurs when magma or lava comes in contact with, or touches, surrounding rock.

Choose from the below words
Contact
Pressure
Regional
32.

(a)   sedimentary rocks form when chemicals in water come out of the water and form solids.

Choose from the below words
Chemical (or nonclastic)
Clastic
Metamorphic
Igneous
33.

Clastic rocks are classified by the size of the (a)   that form them.

Choose from the below words
sediments
metamorphic rocks
plates
igneous rocks
34.

The two main types of sedimentary rocks are (a)   and (b)   .

Choose from the below words
chemical (nonclastic), clastic
sedimentary, metamorphic
igneous, metamorphic
heat, pressure
35.
Once magma is exposed at Earth's surface, it is called __________.
a)
lava
b)
magma
c)
deposition
d)
sediments
36.
This type of igneous rock has medium to large crystals when it forms.
a)
Intrusive
b)
Extrusive
37.

This type of igneous rock has little or no crystals when it forms. (a)  

Choose from the below words
Extrusive
Intrusive
38.
Limestone often contains ___________.
a)
fossils
b)
gold
c)
diamonds
d)
feldspar
39.

Which "Scheme" should you use to identify the minerals usually found in felsic rocks?

a)

Igneous

b)

Metamorphic

c)

a printed copy

d)

Sedimentary

40.
This rock was formed when magma cooled very slowly inside the Earth. What specific type of rock is it?
a)
Intrusive Igneous Rock
b)
Extrusive Igneous Rock
c)
Foliated Metamorphic Rock
d)
Clastic Sedimentary Rock
41.

The Mohs Scale can be applied to rocks as well as minerals. Why? What property of rock is being observed when looking for whether or not it scratches other rocks and minerals? (a)  

Choose from the below words
cleavage
luster
hardness
streak
42.
One common use for the igneous rock granite is...
a)
building material
b)
cutting tools
c)
abrasion in polishing
d)
cement
43.
This rock was formed by smaller pieces of rock that settled at the bottom of a lake millions of years ago. What type of rock is this?
a)
Sedimentary
b)
Igneous
c)
Metamorphic
44.
What property of rock is being observed when looking for how easily it breaks or splits evenly?
a)
cleavage
b)
luster
c)
hardness
d)
streak
45.
Large rocks can be broken down into smaller rocks by wind and water.  These small rocks can break down into very tiny pieces called _______.
a)
minerals
b)
pebbles
c)
sediments
d)
chalk
46.

What will happen if an igneous rock is put under an extreme amount of heat and pressure?

a)

it will melt into lava

b)

it will weather and erode

c)

it will become a metamorphic rock

d)

it will become a sedimentary

47.

What combination of processes can transform (change) a metamorphic rock to sediments?

a)

Erosion, crystallization, and melting.

b)

Heating, pressure, and lithification.

c)

Melting, crystallization, and compaction.

d)

Exposure, weathering, and erosion.

48.

According to the rock cycle, which of the following transitions are possible? An unlimited number of steps are possible.

a)

An intrusive igneous rock becomes a sedimentary rock.

b)

A sedimentary rock becomes soil.

c)

A metamorphic rock becomes an extrusive igneous rock.

d)

All of the above are possible.

49.

If you examine a rock sample and observe (see) fossils in it, what type of rock must the sample be?

a)

Igneous

b)

Metamorphic

c)

Sedimentary

d)

Fossils are found in several of the types listed above.

50.

The location marked by the black rectangle is an area with high temperature and pressure. What rock type will form in this location?

a)

Igneous

b)

Metamorphic

c)

Sedimentary

d)

None of the above

51.

Which of the rock samples is a typical, FOLIATED metamorphic rock?

a)

Sample A

b)

Sample B

c)

Sample C

d)

Sample D

52.
What is deposition?
a)

Pieces of sediment come to rest on a surface

b)

Movement of sediment

c)

Breaking down of sediment 

53.
The process of layers become stuck together forming sedimentary rocks
a)
sticking
b)
pressuring
c)
cementation
d)
deposition
54.
Classify each sedimentary rock as either Clastic, Organic, or Chemical.
Limestone made from shells
a)
Clastic
b)

Organic (or bioclastic)

c)

Chemical (precipitates or evaporites)

55.
Classify each sedimentary rock as either Clastic, Organic, or Chemical. 
Conglomerate
a)

Clastic

b)

Organic

c)

Chemical

56.

Classify each sedimentary rock as either Clastic, Organic, or Chemical. Shale (a)  

Choose from the below words
Clastic
Organic
Chemical
57.

What must happen to a metamorphic rock before it becomes a sedimentary rock rock?

a)

It must be broken down into sediment

b)

It must be melted into magma

c)

Its minerals must dissolve in water

d)

It must be exposed to high temperature and pressure

58.

This picture shows the Law of Superposition. Why is the oldest layer in sedimentary rock found at the bottom?

a)

The bottom layer

b)

The bottom layer has the sediments that were deposited first.

c)

The bottom layer has the real sediments.

d)

The bottom layer has the lightest sediments that the river carried farther.

59.

Fossil Fuels are NONrenewable, which means they cannot be replaced in a human lifetime. Which of these reasons explains why fossil fuels are not easy to replace?

a)

Lots of pressure is needed to make them.

b)

Heat from deep in the Earth transform dead plants and animals.

c)

It takes MILLIONS of years to transform fossils into carbon fuel that can be burned.

d)

None of these

60.
The top layer of sediments in a sedimentary rocks is...
a)
The newest and youngest layer.
b)
The oldest layer.
c)
The only layer that is made from pebbles.
d)
The second layer of sediments.
61.
Has small or no crystals because of rapid cooling
a)
sedimentary
b)
metamorphic
c)
extrusive igneous
d)
intrusive igneous
62.
Has large crystals because of slow cooling
a)
sedimentary rock
b)
metamorphic rock
c)
intrusive igneous rock
d)
extrusive igneous rock
63.
Has wavy bands.
a)
sedimentary rock
b)
metamorphic rock
c)
extrusive igneous rock
d)
intrusive igneous rock
64.
A metamorphic rock in which the grains line up in parallel bands is a
a)
Clastic Rock
b)
Nonclastic Rock
c)
Nonfoliated Rock
d)
Foliated Rock
65.

If heat and pressure inside the Earth cause a rock to melt, that material will become ____________.

a)

Metamorphic

b)

Magma

c)

Granite

d)

Lava

66.
The three groups of rocks are classified by
a)
How they form
b)
Color
c)
Grain size
d)
Chemical Composition
67.
The process when rocks break into smaller pieces due to exposure to natural elements is called
a)
erosion
b)
weathering
c)
sediments
68.

The root wood "igni-" or "ign-" means

a)

air

b)

change

c)

fire

d)

water

69.

Why are sedimentary rocks the only classification of rock in which it is possible to find fossils? Choose TWO correct answers.

a)

Because sedimentary rocks stay on the surface where they form, and that is where the dead plants and animals are.

b)

Because sedimentary rocks form in water, and water is essential for all living things on Earth.

c)

Because metamorphic rocks form at temperatures between 100 C and 800 C, and the heat would destroy and deform the fossils.

d)

Because igneous rocks are formed from molten rock, and temperatures hot enough to melt rocks into minerals would burn the fossils.

70.

Look at this diagram of potential metamorphism. In which layer is it IMPOSSIBLE for metamorphic rocks to form?

a)

Layer A

b)

Layer B

c)

Layer C

d)

Layer D

71.

The way a surface (of a mineral) reflects light is _______. It is either metallic or nonmetallic.

a)
Cleavage
b)
Streak
c)
Luster
d)
Reflection
72.
What term refers to the regular, geometric shapes that occur in many minerals?
a)
fracture
b)
crystal
c)
composition
d)
none of the above
73.
Which of the following must be true for a substance to be considered a mineral?
a)
It must be organic
b)
It must be glassy
c)
It must be a gem
d)
It must be naturally occurring
74.

A scientist made an object in a lab that has a crystal structure and was solid. Why is the object NOT considered a mineral?

a)

It is a solid

b)

It is made by a human.

c)

It is inorganic

d)

It has a crystalline structure

75.

Igneous rocks that are light-colored, have high silica content, and contain quartz and feldspars are classified as

a)

felsic.

b)

intermediate.

c)

mafic.

d)

ultramafic.

76.

Igneous rocks that are dark-colored, have lower silica content, and are rich in iron and magnesium, are classified as

a)

felsic.

b)

intermediate.

c)

mafic.

d)

ultramafic.

77.

Why is water never classified as a mineral? Which of its properties is the reason?

a)

It is a compound of hydrogen and oxygenL H2O.

b)

It may occur in three states of matter: solid, liquid, and gas.

c)

Its color is unreliable because it reflects light or can be polluted.

d)

It can be easily made in a laboratory.

78.

The Appalachian Plateau is where coal is mined. Coal forms in what type of rock?

a)

igneous

b)

foliated metamorphic

c)

nonfoliated metamorphic

d)

sedimentary

79.

The Fall Line is the natural border between two regions. What is important about the Fall Line?

a)
Appalachian Plateau & Valley & Ridge
b)

The Fall Line shows which directions rocks and sediments will go in an earthquake.

c)

All precipitation and river water east of the fall line will go into the Chesapeake Bay.

d)

The Fall Line represents how high the ocean water will come on land in a hurricane.

80.

Which province is most unlikely to contain fossils because of its igneous and metamorphic rocks?

a)
Blue Ridge
b)
Coastal Plain
c)
Appalachian Plateau
d)
Valley & Ridge
81.

Which province has the oldest rocks in Virginia--up to 1 billion years old?

a)
Coastal Plain
b)
Piedmont
c)
Blue Ridge
d)
Appalachian Plateau
82.

Karst topography includes underground caverns. Where in Virginia would this landscape be found?

a)
Piedmont 
b)
Coastal Plain
c)
Valley and Ridge
d)
Blue Ridge
83.

You can see Loudoun County on this map. Which Virginia province is it MOSTLY in? 

a)

Piedmont

b)
Coastal Plain 
c)
Blue Ridge 
d)
Appalachian Plateau 
84.

Read the map! All of the following Virginia River watersheds empty into the Chesapeake Bay EXCEPT

a)

Rappahannock River

b)

New River

c)

Potomac River

d)

York River

85.

Which Virginia Watershed has the greatest impact in the state due to its size?

a)

Tennessee River Watershed

b)

James River Watershed

c)

Chowan River Watershed

d)

Rappahannock River Watershed

86.

What is the best evidence that many different geologic periods are represented in Virginia?

a)

The presence of fossils of different ages

b)

The location of the Piedmont

c)

The amount of chemical weathering

d)

The length of its rivers

87.

Colliding tectonic plates caused sedimentary rock layers in

which province of Virginia to become folded and faulted?

a)

Coastal Plain

b)

Ridge and Valley

c)

Blue Ridge

d)

Piedmont

88.

As a result of the weathering and erosion of the mountains of Virginia, which province has the rolling hills?

a)

Piedmont

b)

Ridge and Valley

c)

Blue Ridge

d)

Coastal Plain

89.

Karst topography (with sinkholes, depressions, and caves) is found primarily in which of Virginia's physiographic provinces?

a)

Coastal Plain

b)

Blue Ridge

c)

Piedmont

d)

Valley and Ridge

90.

Sand is a valuable resource that is mined in Virginia, and is exported all over the country. Sand can be used to make glass, and is one of the ingredients of concrete.


Logically, which Virginia province is the primary place to mine sand?

a)

Coastal Plain

b)

Piedmont

c)

Blue Ridge

d)

Valley and Ridge

91.

Trilobites are marine animal fossils related to modern day horse shoe crabs. These animals lived throughout Earth's oceans hundreds of millions of years ago. Fossils of these animals can be found in sedimentary rock layers in the mountains of Virginia. This indicates that________________________.

a)

the mountains of Virginia were formed by massive volcanoes

b)

the mountains of Virginia were once covered by swamps

c)

the mountains of Virginia has never been covered by water

d)

the mountains of Virginia were once a marine environment

92.

Think about everything you have learned so far about cycles on Earth. Do parts of the Earth move under its surface in the crust and mantle?

a)

Yes

b)

No

93.
The three groups of rocks are classified by
a)
How they form
b)
Color
c)
Grain size
d)
Chemical Composition
94.
The oldest layer in sedimentary rock can be found where?
a)
At the top
b)
At the bottom
c)
In the middle
d)
In France
95.

According to the law of superposition, the oldest fossils are found

a)

At the top of the rock layers

b)

Near the bottom of the rock layers

c)

In the middle of the rock layers

d)

Somewhat near the surface

96.
Which fossil is relatively the oldest?
a)
Trilobite
b)
Ammonite
c)
Crinoid
d)
Gastropod
97.

Which of the following orders the rock layers accurately from oldest to youngest?

a)

1, 2, 3, 4, 5

b)

5, 4, 3, 2, 1

c)

2, 3, 4, 5, 1

d)

1, 2, 3, 5, 4

98.

Organisms D and C clearly lived in an aquatic (water) environment. Organism A does not look like it lived in the water. What is the most likely explanation for this?

a)

The fossil in layer A died on land and was carried to the water

b)

The fossils in layer C and D did not live in the same location as the fossil in layer A

c)

The environment changed over a long period of time. It used to be under water, but is not anymore

99.
Put the layers in order from oldest to youngest.
a)
a, b, c, d, e
b)
b, c, d, a, e
c)
b, c, d, e, a 
d)
e, d, c, b, a
100.
The law of superposition states:
a)
each rock layer is older than the one above it
b)
each rock layer is younger than the one above it
c)
each rock layer is the same as the one above it
101.
The Law of Superposition helps scientists to determine what?
a)
The absolute age of rock layers
b)
The age of fossils
c)
The relative age of rock layers
d)
the super powers of rocks
102.
How does the law of crosscutting explain the age of a fault?
a)
The fault is younger than the rocks above it.
b)
The fault is younger than the rocks it cuts through.
c)
The fault is older than the rocks above it.
d)
The fault is older than the rocks it cuts through.
103.

Which law of geology tells you that layer A is older than layer B?

a)

law of horizontality

b)

law of really old dirt

c)

ice wedging

d)

law of superposition

104.

In terms of RELATIVE AGE, Ms. Sinclair is...

a)

older than me.

b)

smaller than me.

c)

younger than me.

d)

taller than me.