Volcanoes Quiz

What are the three main types of volcanoes?

• strato-volcanoes

• dome volcanoes

• shield volcanoes, cinder cone volcanoes, and composite volcanoes

• caldera volcanoes

Which type of volcano has steep slopes and is composed of

layers of lava and pyroclastic materials?

• caldera

• composite

• cinder cone volcano

• shield volcano

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Which type of volcano has a broad, gently sloping cone and is composed of layers of solidified lava flows?

• caldera

• shield volcano

• cinder cone volcano

• stratovolcano

Which type of volcano is characterized by explosive eruptions and a steep-sided cone?

• shield volcanoes

• calderas

• composite

• cinder cones

What is the largest type of volcano on Earth?

• cinder cone volcano

• stratovolcano

• caldera

• shield volcano

What is the term used to describe a volcanic eruption that releases a mixture of lava and pyroclastic materials?

• pyroclastic flow

• magma eruption

• volcanic ash

• lava flow

What is the Ring of Fire?

• A type of jewelry worn on the finger.

• A major area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean where earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur.

• A popular song by Johnny Cash.

• A boxing term for a knockout punch.

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​ What type of volcano is shown?​ (a)  

• shield
• composite
• cinder cone

This is a _____ volcano.

What type of volcano is shown?​ (a)  

• cinder cone
• composite
• shield

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