Montserrat Volcano Eruptions Quiz

What is the main vegetation type found around Montserrat, as mentioned in the prompt?

• Desert

• Dense tropical forest

• Grassland

• Temperate forest

Why was Montserrat referred to as the "Emerald Isle"?

• Due to its volcanic activity

• Because of its lush green forest cover

• It is located near the equator

• It is known for its tourism

What was the initial response of the locals when they heard the rumblings of the volcano in April 1995?

• They evacuated immediately

• They thought it was an airplane

• They ignored it

• They called the authorities

How did the behaviour of the Soufrière Hills Volcano change in April 1995?

• It became dormant

• It started erupting violently

• It began to emit smoke

• Nothing changed

What causes magma to reach the Earth's surface according to the prompt?

• Earthquakes

• Erosion

• Movement of tectonic plates

• Ocean currents

What is a pyroclastic flow?

• A slow-moving lava flow

• A cloud of gas and volcanic material

• A type of earthquake

• A solid rock formation

What temperature can pyroclastic flows reach as mentioned in the prompt?

• 100 degrees Celsius

• 300 degrees Celsius

• 600 degrees Celsius

• 900 degrees Celsius

How many people left Montserrat following the initial eruptions?

• 500

• 1,000

• 2,000

• 3,000

What happened during the major pyroclastic flow in June 1997?

• The volcano stopped erupting

• Many people were killed and made homeless

• The lava cooled down

• The island became a tourist attraction

What did the people of Montserrat decide to focus on after the eruptions?

• Looking back at their past

• Moving on and planning for the future

• Evacuating the island permanently

• Ignoring the volcano's behaviour