First Year Geography Revision Test – Volcanoes

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Actual Grade: /100m

1. Draw a simple labelled diagram to explain the formation of a volcano. You must include
the following terms: Lava, Magma Chamber, Crater, Vent (15m)

2. Name the three life stages of a volcano? (10m)

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3. Define the term ‘Pacific Ring of Fire’? (10m)

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4. What is a mid-ocean ridge and give one named example? (10m)

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5. Which of the following are the names of volcanoes found in the word today. Circle the
correct answers: (5m)
Mt. Everest Mt. Pinatubo Mt. Fuji Mt. Kilimanjaro

6. What is a destructive plate boundary? (10m)

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7. Fill in the missing word. (5m)

___________ are spouts of very hot eater that are heated by magma under the ground.

8. Can you name this country and explain in 5 sentences how it was formed? (20m)

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9. Name one key skill you did not use while studying this topic? (5m)
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10. On reflection what was the most interesting thing that you covered during this topic?
Give two reasons for your answer. (10m)
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