Science 10 First Quarter Examination

Which theory states that the entire crust is broken and is continuously moving?

• A. Continental Drift

• B. Plate Tectonics

• C. Seafloor Spreading

• D. Titanic Theory

What do we call the continuously moving part of the earth's crust?

• A. fault

• B. fissure

• C. fracture

• D. plate

Which of these phrases is FALSE about lithospheric plates?

• A. have the same thickness everywhere

• B. include the crust and upper mantle

• C. thickest in the mountain regions

• D. vary in thickness

A landmass that projects well above its surroundings is a mountain. What do you call a chain of mountains?

• A. mountain arc

• B. mountain chain

• C. mountain range

• D. mountainous

Plates float on the surface of the mantle. Which plate pushes the Philippine Plate toward the Eurasian Plate?

• A. Cocos Plate

• B. Pacific Plate

• C. Scotia Plate

• D. South American Plate

What should you NOT DO during an earthquake?

• A. cover your head

• B. duck under the table

• C. park your car

• D. run to a tall tree

Which is NOT TRUE about the location of the epicenter of earthquakes?

• A. Some are located along the edges of the continents.

• B. Some are located in mid-continents.

• C. Some are located in North Asia.

• D. Some are located in oceans.

Why is it important to be aware of places prone to earthquakes?

• A. to identify what crop must be stored

• B. to identify when to evacuate

• C. to locate where to stay best

• D. to perform necessary precautions

Where are most volcanoes situated?

• A. along fault lines

• B. concentrated on continental edges

• C. near mountain ranges

• D. under the oceanic crust

Which famous Philippine volcano is usually seen in world maps due to its violent eruption in 1991?

• A. Bulusan

• B. Kanlaon

• C. Mayon

• D. Pinatubo