10 Questions
What caused the catastrophic eruption on the island of Montserrat?
An avalanche of red-hot rock and ash
Why were many islanders taken by surprise by the volcano eruption?
The prediction of the eruption was not heeded
What is the size of the island of Montserrat compared to the city of Dublin?
Almost the size of the city of Dublin
What is the significance of Montserrat in terms of the British Empire?
One of the last remaining outposts of the British Empire
What is the main reason Montserrat is described as a haven for the rich and famous?
Home to air recording studios
What caused the catastrophic eruption on the island of Montserrat?
A volcano waking after lying dormant for centuries
Why were the lives of ten and a half thousand people at stake on the island of Montserrat?
Due to the catastrophic eruption of the volcano
What is the size of the island of Montserrat?
16.5 kilometers long by 10 kilometers wide
What is the island of Montserrat known for?
Being a haven for the rich and famous
What critical event did one man predict on the island of Montserrat?
The catastrophic eruption of the volcano
Test your knowledge of volcanoes and disaster prediction in this quiz about a Caribbean island paradise and a catastrophic eruption that took the lives of thousands. Explore the science of volcanology and the challenges of predicting and preparing for natural disasters.
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