Multiple Choice Practice Questions (Volcanoes)
Refer to the diagram above for Questions 1 and 2
1. The above diagram is best described as
A. a cinder cone
B. a composite cone
C. an acid lava cone
D. a basic lava cone
2. X in the diagram is indicating?
A. a vent
B. an ash layer
C. a cone
D. a secondary vent and cone
3. (i) It is the most common type of volcano.
(ii) It is composed of alternating layers of lava and ash.
(iii) It is characterised by steep slopes.
(iv) It is made up of viscous lava.
The statements that best describe a composite cone are
A (i); (ii); (iii)
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B. (i); (ii); (iv)
C.(i); (iii); (iv)
D. (ii); (iii); (iv)
4 .Active volcanoes can be found in the following Caribbean islands EXCEPT
A. Antigua
B. Nevis
C. Montserrat
D. Grenada
5. The island that experienced the most recent volcanic eruption is
A. Antigua
B. Nevis
C. Montserrat
D. Grenada
6. "They are the largest and deepest intrusive features. They are often the magma
chambers of volcanoes."
To which intrusive volcanic landform is the above statement referring?
A. Batholith
B. Lopolith
C. Phacolith
D. Laccolith
7.(i) These are very hot lavas, about 10000C (18300F).
(ii) They are highly fluid.
(iii) They are dark coloured like basalt.
(iv) They flow quietly
Which of the above statements describe basic lavas?
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A (i); (ii); (iii) only
B. (i); (iii); (iv) only
C.(ii); (iii); (iv) only
D. All of the above.
8. A positive effect of volcanic activity is
A. Change in weather patterns
B. Hot springs being used as a source of energy
C. Landslides
D. Disruption to tourism
9. A common volcanic gas emitted in large quantities during a large eruption is:
A. Chlorine
B. Fluorine
C. Carbon dioxide
D. Sulphur dioxide
10. (i) Scientists should warn the public of impending disasters.
(ii) Steps should be taken for necessary evacuation.
(iii) Construction of volcanic hazard maps
(iv)Safe land use planning should be strictly adhered to.
Which statements are referring to precautionary methods for volcanic activities?
A. All of the above
B. (i); (ii); (iv)
C.(i); (iii); (iv)
D. (ii); (iii); (iv)
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