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Multiple-Choice Questions 1. What is sandstone primarily composed of? A) Feldspar B) Quartz C) Mica D) Calcite 2. Which plate boundary is least likely to be dangerous to humans? A) Convergent boundary B) Transform boundary C) Divergent boundary D) Mid-ocean ridge...

Multiple-Choice Questions 1. What is sandstone primarily composed of? A) Feldspar B) Quartz C) Mica D) Calcite 2. Which plate boundary is least likely to be dangerous to humans? A) Convergent boundary B) Transform boundary C) Divergent boundary D) Mid-ocean ridge 3. Which of the following is evidence for continental drift? A) Lined-up earthquakes B) Matching coastlines C) Ocean trenches D) GPS measurements 4. According to the Wilson Cycle, what process is most likely to occur after a collision? A) Subduction B) Rifting C) Erosion D) Sedimentation 5. What paradigm shift in geology changed the way geologists view the world? A) Continental drift B) Plate tectonics C) Uniformitarianism D) Catastrophism 6. Which state is known to be the driest in the United States? A) Arizona B) Nevada C) New Mexico D) Utah 7. What evidence did Galileo find that proved the Earth could not be the center of the universe? A) Phases of Venus B) Moons orbiting Jupiter C) Sunspots D) Stellar parallax 8. How do we determine the location of an earthquake? A) Seismograph analysis B) Triangulation C) GPS tracking D) Satellite imagery 9. Why did Aristotelian empiricism fall out of favor as science advanced? A) It relied on mathematical models B) It was too complex C) It relied solely on observable evidence D) It was not testable 10. In the scientific method, which step typically follows experimentation and sharing of results? A) Hypothesis formulation B) Peer review C) Data collection D) Conclusion 11. Which of these scales is a qualitative measure of seismic shaking? A) Richter scale B) Moment magnitude scale C) Mercalli scale D) Seismic intensity scale 12. What is required for liquefaction to occur during an earthquake? A) High temperatures B) Saturated unconsolidated sediment C) Solid bedrock D) Low seismic activity 13. What distinguishes continental plates from oceanic plates? A) Continental plates are denser B) Continental plates are ductile and can flow internally C) Oceanic plates are thicker D) Oceanic plates are more stable 14. Which large chunk of geologic time is characterized by a lack of easily found fossils? A) Paleozoic B) Mesozoic C) Precambrian D) Cenozoic 15. Which of the following is NOT evidence Wegener used to construct the idea of Continental Drift? A) Earthquake locations lined up with crustal features B) Fossil distribution across continents C) Similar rock formations on different continents D) The presence of mid-ocean ridges 16. What type of seismic wave is most damaging? A) Primary waves B) Secondary waves C) Surface waves D) Longitudinal waves 17. Which of these is NOT consistent with uniformitarianism?  A) Large asteroid hit the Earth and caused devastation B) Erosion processes observed today are similar to those in the past C) Sedimentary rock layers form over long periods D) Volcanic eruptions have occurred throughout Earth's history 18. What features or processes are common in hot spots? A) Earthquake activity B) Volcanism C) Mountain building D) Subduction zones 19. Which tectonic setting places the asthenosphere farthest from the surface? A) Oceanic ridges B) Continental collisions C) Transform boundaries D) Divergent boundaries 20. An increase of one on the Richter scale is equivalent to an increase in actual energy released of: A) 10 times B) 100 times C) 32 times D) 50 times 21. How did scientists first figure out that plates could sink into the interior of the planet? A) By observing surface cracks B) Through lines of progressively deeper earthquakes near arcs and trenches C) By studying volcanic eruptions D) By analyzing ocean currents 22. What feature is associated with crustal divergence? A) Ocean basin B) Mountain range C) Subduction zone D) Volcanic island arc 23. Why is science normally a slow process? A) Scientists often disagree on theories B) The process of weeding out misinformation and verifying results takes time C) Funding for research is limited D) Experiments often fail to produce results 24. As a rift forms on a continent, what feature can form next? A) Mountain range B) Ocean basin C) Volcanic island D) Fault line 25. What is an advantage of inductive reasoning compared to deductive reasoning? A) It is more precise  B) It focuses on observation C) It requires fewer data points D) It leads to absolute conclusions 26. What does a water budget compare? A) Precipitation against temperature B) Precipitation against evaporation and discharge C) Evaporation against groundwater levels D) Surface runoff against groundwater recharge 27. Why are there not as many earthquakes or volcanoes on the east coast of North America compared to the west coast? A) The east coast is geologically younger B) It is not close to a plate boundary (passive margin) C) The east coast has more stable geology D) The east coast is less populated 28. Which of the following processes is NOT typically associated with tectonic plate interactions? A) Earthquake generation B) Volcanic activity C) Sedimentation D) Mountain formation 29. What is the most direct source of information that allows us to draw conclusions about the Earth's interior? A) Rock samples from the surface B) Seismic waves C) Satellite imagery D) Ocean floor drilling 30. What are ephemeral streams? A) Streams that flow year-round B) Streams that are dry much of the year C) Streams that are always frozen D) Streams that are polluted 31. In the scientific method, which step normally follows observation? A) Data collection B) Hypothesis development C) Experimentation D) Conclusion 32. Which plate boundary has the largest and deepest earthquakes? A) Divergent boundary B) Transform boundary C) Convergent boundary D) Subduction boundary 33. How do transform faults move? A) Up and down B) Left (sinistral) and right (dextral)  C) In a circular motion D) Expanding outward 34. Why do high mountains like the Alps and Himalayas form when continents collide? A) The materials of continental plates are too dense to subduct B) The collision causes volcanic activity C) The materials of continental plates are similar in density D) The collision creates oceanic trenches 35. Where on Earth is the best example of current (active) rifting, other than mid-ocean ridges? A) East Africa B) The Himalayas C) The Andes D) The Rocky Mountains 36. Why do continents generally not subduct? A) They are too thick B) They are too low in density C) They are too rigid D) They are too small 37. What distinguishes science from pseudoscience? A) Concepts must be falsifiable to be considered science B) Science relies on anecdotal evidence C) Science is based on personal beliefs D) Science does not require experimentation 38. What are drainage basins? A) Areas where water is stored B) Areas from which streams collect water, defined by local topographic highs C) Areas that are always flooded D) Areas where groundwater is extracted 39. Why are piercing points important with transform boundaries? A) They indicate the age of the rocks B) They track movement C) They show the depth of the ocean D) They measure volcanic activity 40. What happens as newly formed oceanic crust moves away from the mid-ocean ridge? A) The crust becomes thinner B) The crust thickens C) The crust sinks D) The crust melts 41. Why do scientists prefer quantitative data? A) It is easier to collect B) It reveals trends and shows options for analysis C) It is more subjective  D) It requires less time to analyze 42. Which of the following best matches the word theory? A) A concept widely tested and accepted B) A personal opinion C) A hypothesis that has been disproven D) A guess without evidence 43. What is the primary cause of an earthquake? A) The movement of tectonic plates B) The eruption of volcanoes C) The gravitational pull of the moon D) The rotation of the Earth 44. Which type of plate boundary is characterized by the creation of new magma? A) Transform boundary B) Convergent boundary C) Divergent boundary D) Subduction zone 45. What is a key feature of rift zones? A) High volcanic activity B) Formation of mountain ranges C) Graben and fault structures D) Thick sediment deposits 46. What distinguishes hotspot volcanism from plate tectonic volcanism? A) Hotspot volcanism occurs at plate boundaries B) Hotspot volcanism is age-independent C) Hotspot volcanism is associated with oceanic ridges D) Hotspot volcanism has a fixed location over time 47. Which seismic wave type travels the fastest? A) S-waves B) P-waves C) Surface waves D) Rayleigh waves 48. What is an example of an objective statement? A) I believe it will rain tomorrow B) It rained yesterday C) I think the weather is nice D) I feel that summer is too hot 49. What scientific technique did early geologists use to draw conclusions about Earth's history? A) Radiometric dating B) Comparative analysis of ancient and modern rocks C) Seismic wave analysis D) Satellite imaging 50. Why are objective observations important in science? A) They allow for personal bias B) They help in forming subjective opinions C) They provide a basis for unbiased conclusions D) They are easier to conduct than subjective observations 51. In a horst-graben situation, where is seismic shaking likely to be greatest? A) In the mountain ranges B) In the valley grabens C) At the plate boundaries D) In the oceanic crust 52. Which type of building is most likely to collapse during an earthquake? A) Reinforced concrete structures B) Steel frame buildings C) Unreinforced masonry D) Wooden frame houses 53. How do igneous rocks primarily form? A) Through sedimentation B) By crystallization of magma C) From metamorphic processes D) By erosion and compaction 54. What is the main reason Alfred Wegener's hypothesis of continental drift was not accepted during his lifetime? A) He lacked sufficient evidence B) He could not explain the mechanism of movement C) His ideas contradicted religious beliefs D) He was not a trained scientist 55. What happens to the Earth's crust as one moves towards a mid-ocean ridge? A) The crust becomes older B) The crust becomes thicker C) The crust gets younger D) The crust becomes denser 56. What model proposed by Nicolaus Copernicus suggested that the Sun is at the center of the Solar System? A) Geocentric model B) Heliocentric model C) Tectonic model D) Cosmic model 57. What is the primary theme of the text? A) The impact of technology on society B) The importance of environmental conservation C) The evolution of human relationships D) The significance of cultural heritage 58. Which of the following best describes the author's perspective on social media?  A) It is a tool for genuine connection B) It has no significant impact on communication C) It fosters superficial relationships D) It is primarily used for business purposes 59. What consequence of technology is highlighted in the text? A) Increased job opportunities B) Enhanced educational resources C) Decreased face-to-face interactions D) Improved mental health 60. How does the text suggest technology affects personal privacy? A) It enhances personal privacy B) It has no effect on personal privacy C) It leads to greater transparency D) It compromises personal privacy 61. Which demographic is mentioned as being particularly affected by technological advancements? A) Senior citizens B) Young adults C) Middle-aged professionals D) Children 62. What solution does the text propose to mitigate the negative effects of technology? A) Complete disengagement from digital devices B) Implementing stricter regulations on tech companies C) Encouraging digital literacy and responsible usage D) Promoting the use of traditional communication methods 63. In what way does the text suggest technology has changed the workplace? A) It has made remote work obsolete B) It has increased collaboration among teams C) It has reduced the need for skilled labor D) It has eliminated the need for communication 64. What role does the text attribute to education in the context of technology? A) Education is becoming less relevant B) Education should focus solely on technical skills C) Education must adapt to include digital literacy D) Education is unaffected by technological changes 65. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential risk of technology use? A) Cyberbullying B) Addiction to devices C) Increased physical activity D) Misinformation spread 66. How does the text characterize the relationship between technology and mental health? A) Technology has universally positive effects on mental health  B) Technology has no correlation with mental health C) Technology can exacerbate mental health issues D) Technology is a primary solution for mental health problems 67. What is one of the suggested benefits of technology mentioned in the text? A) It guarantees job security B) It allows for greater access to information C) It eliminates the need for personal interaction D) It simplifies complex tasks without any drawbacks 68. Which of the following statements reflects the text's view on the future of technology? A) Technology will likely stagnate in its development B) Future advancements will only benefit society C) The future of technology is uncertain and requires careful consideration D) Technology will completely replace human interaction 69. What does the text imply about the balance between technology use and personal well-being? A) There is no need to balance technology use with personal well-being B) A healthy balance can enhance both productivity and well-being C) Technology should always take precedence over personal well-being D) Personal well-being is solely dependent on technology use