Iceland Volcanic Eruption Quiz

Where did the new volcanic eruption happen in Iceland?

• Reykjavik

• Akureyri

• Hofn

• Grindavik

How many homes were evacuated near the town of Grindavik?

• 90

• 50

• 150

• 120

What is the name of the popular tourist spot that was closed due to the eruption?

• Thingvellir National Park

• Gullfoss Waterfall

• Golden Circle

• Blue Lagoon

How many eruptions have scientists seen in the Reykjanes Peninsula in the past 3 years?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

What time did the alert go out for the evacuation?

• 4:00 a.m.

• 3:00 a.m.

• 2:00 a.m.

• 1:00 a.m.

What is the name of the journalist from Iceland's public broadcaster RUV?

• Halldor Indridason

• Hafdis Jonsdottir

• Halldor Einarsson

• Halla Jonsdottir

What is the concern about the lava flow in relation to Grindavik?

• It may reach the town within 12 hours

• It may not reach the town at all

• It may reach the town within 48 hours

• It may reach the town within 24 hours

What was the reason for the evacuation of the town of Grindavik from the coming Monday?

• Floods

• Earthquake

• Fissures opening throughout the town

• Volcanic ash

What is the main concern for the authorities now?

• Monitoring the seismic activity

• Rebuilding the town of Grindavik

• Securing proper housing for the inhabitants

• Resuming tourism in the area

What is the role of the Coast Guard helicopter in the situation?

• Providing emergency supplies

• Surveying the scenes

• Assisting in the construction of barriers

• Evacuating residents