McqMate
These multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding in the following areas: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) .
Chapters
| 1. |
What is the definition of an earthquake? |
| A. | Sudden shaking of the Earth's crust |
| B. | Volcanic eruption |
| C. | Oceanic tide |
| D. | Heavy rainfall |
| Answer» A. Sudden shaking of the Earth's crust | |
| 2. |
According to the text, what is the approximate range of thickness of the Earth's crust? |
| A. | 100 to 1000 kilometers |
| B. | 1 to 10 kilometers |
| C. | 10 to 65 kilometers |
| D. | 1000 to 10000 kilometers |
| Answer» C. 10 to 65 kilometers | |
| 3. |
What causes the stress in the Earth's crust that leads to earthquakes? |
| A. | Thermal expansion of the Earth's core |
| B. | Gravitational pull of the moon |
| C. | Rotation of the Earth |
| D. | Contact and movement of tectonic plates |
| Answer» D. Contact and movement of tectonic plates | |
| 4. |
What type of plate boundary is associated with the creation of new crust? |
| A. | Convergent |
| B. | Divergent |
| C. | Transformational |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» B. Divergent | |
| 5. |
What is the term for the areas of stress at plate boundaries that release energy and cause earthquakes? |
| A. | Faults |
| B. | Foci |
| C. | Epicenters |
| D. | Tectonic Shifts |
| Answer» A. Faults | |
| 6. |
What is the focus of an earthquake? |
| A. | The point on the surface where the earthquake is first felt |
| B. | The point where the seismic waves reach the surface |
| C. | The center of the Earth where the earthquake originates |
| D. | The point of rupture within the Earth where the earthquake originates |
| Answer» D. The point of rupture within the Earth where the earthquake originates | |
| 7. |
Based on focal depth, which type of earthquake is generally the most destructive? |
| A. | Deep |
| B. | Medium |
| C. | Shallow |
| D. | All types are equally destructive |
| Answer» C. Shallow | |
| 8. |
What does the Richter scale measure? |
| A. | Earthquake intensity |
| B. | Earthquake magnitude |
| C. | Seismic wave speed |
| D. | Depth of the earthquake focus |
| Answer» B. Earthquake magnitude | |
| 9. |
An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 on the Richter scale releases how much more energy than one with a magnitude of 6.5? |
| A. | 2 times |
| B. | 10 times |
| C. | 30 times |
| D. | 100 times |
| Answer» C. 30 times | |
| 10. |
What is the name of the scale that measures the effects of an earthquake based on observed damage? |
| A. | Richter scale |
| B. | Seismic scale |
| C. | Moment Magnitude scale |
| D. | Modified Mercalli scale |
| Answer» D. Modified Mercalli scale | |
| 11. |
According to the text, what percentage of earthquake-related deaths are caused by building collapse? |
| A. | 55% |
| B. | 75% |
| C. | 85% |
| D. | 95% |
| Answer» D. 95% | |
| 12. |
What does the acronym 'DROP, COVER, and HOLD' represent in earthquake preparedness? |
| A. | An effective way to protect yourself during an earthquake |
| B. | A scientific method for predicting earthquakes |
| C. | A type of earthquake-resistant building design |
| D. | A rescue technique used after building collapses |
| Answer» A. An effective way to protect yourself during an earthquake | |
| 13. |
Which organization in India publishes building codes and guidelines for earthquake-resistant construction? |
| A. | Indian Meteorological Department |
| B. | National Disaster Management Authority |
| C. | Bureau of Indian Standards |
| D. | Geological Survey of India |
| Answer» C. Bureau of Indian Standards | |
| 14. |
What is the process called when existing buildings are modified to make them more earthquake resistant? |
| A. | Retrofitting |
| B. | Renovation |
| C. | Reinforcement |
| D. | Reconstruction |
| Answer» A. Retrofitting | |
| 15. |
Why should buildings on soft soil be avoided in earthquake-prone areas? |
| A. | Soft soil amplifies the magnitude of earthquakes. |
| B. | Soft soil is more prone to liquefaction and instability during earthquakes. |
| C. | Soft soil attracts lightning strikes during earthquakes. |
| D. | Soft soil disrupts the grounding of electrical systems, increasing fire hazards. |
| Answer» B. Soft soil is more prone to liquefaction and instability during earthquakes. | |
| 16. |
What does the Japanese term 'Tsunami' literally mean? |
| A. | Earthquake wave |
| B. | Giant wave |
| C. | Destructive wave |
| D. | Harbor wave |
| Answer» D. Harbor wave | |
| 17. |
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of tsunamis? |
| A. | Earthquakes |
| B. | Landslides |
| C. | Volcanic eruptions |
| D. | Hurricanes |
| Answer» D. Hurricanes | |
| 18. |
Where is the operational center for the Pacific Tsunami Warning System (PTWS) located? |
| A. | Tokyo, Japan |
| B. | Jakarta, Indonesia |
| C. | Honolulu, Hawaii |
| D. | San Francisco, California |
| Answer» C. Honolulu, Hawaii | |
| 19. |
What type of data did the Survey of India use to detect the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami? |
| A. | Radar data |
| B. | Satellite imagery |
| C. | Seismograph readings |
| D. | Tide gauge measurements |
| Answer» A. Radar data | |
| 20. |
Which of the following is a primary effect of a tsunami? |
| A. | Disease outbreak |
| B. | Flooding and inundation |
| C. | Loss of communication networks |
| D. | Economic recession |
| Answer» B. Flooding and inundation | |
| 21. |
What is the main cause of death during a tsunami? |
| A. | Drowning |
| B. | Electrocution |
| C. | Building collapse |
| D. | Starvation |
| Answer» A. Drowning | |
| 22. |
Which of these is NOT a typical adverse effect of a tsunami? |
| A. | Damage to ports and airports |
| B. | Sewage contamination of water sources |
| C. | Destruction of beaches and coastal ecosystems |
| D. | Increase in volcanic activity |
| Answer» D. Increase in volcanic activity | |
| 23. |
What is the purpose of tsunami walls? |
| A. | To prevent earthquakes that cause tsunamis |
| B. | To divert tsunamis towards less populated areas |
| C. | To reduce the impact of tsunami waves on coastal communities |
| D. | To create artificial reefs and promote marine life |
| Answer» C. To reduce the impact of tsunami waves on coastal communities | |
| 24. |
What is the first land use planning strategy recommended for reducing tsunami risk? |
| A. | Designating tsunami hazard zones for open spaces and low-density development |
| B. | Constructing all buildings in tsunami-prone areas with reinforced concrete |
| C. | Relocating coastal communities to higher ground |
| D. | Creating early warning systems for tsunamis |
| Answer» A. Designating tsunami hazard zones for open spaces and low-density development | |
| 25. |
What height are most tsunami waves less than? |
| A. | 1 meter |
| B. | 2 meters |
| C. | 3 meters |
| D. | 4 meters |
| Answer» C. 3 meters | |
| 26. |
What type of structure is built to reduce the velocity of tsunami waves? |
| A. | Water breakers |
| B. | Sea walls |
| C. | Levees |
| D. | Dikes |
| Answer» A. Water breakers | |
| 27. |
Why is community preparedness vital for mitigating earthquake impact? |
| A. | It helps predict earthquakes accurately. |
| B. | It eliminates the need for government aid. |
| C. | It prevents earthquakes from occurring. |
| D. | It empowers individuals to take immediate safety measures. |
| Answer» D. It empowers individuals to take immediate safety measures. | |
| 28. |
Why are deep-focus earthquakes rarely destructive? |
| A. | They release less energy than shallow earthquakes. |
| B. | They occur less frequently than shallow earthquakes. |
| C. | The seismic waves lose much of their energy before reaching the surface. |
| D. | They are always smaller in magnitude than shallow earthquakes. |
| Answer» C. The seismic waves lose much of their energy before reaching the surface. | |
| 29. |
How can public education help reduce the impact of earthquakes? |
| A. | By raising awareness about earthquake preparedness measures and safe construction practices. |
| B. | By preventing the movement of tectonic plates. |
| C. | By developing technology to accurately predict earthquakes. |
| D. | By changing building codes to allow for weaker construction materials. |
| Answer» A. By raising awareness about earthquake preparedness measures and safe construction practices. | |
| 30. |
Why is it important to consider the soil type before constructing buildings in earthquake-prone areas? |
| A. | Different soil types have varying aesthetic appeal. |
| B. | Certain soil types are easier to excavate during construction. |
| C. | Some soil types attract pests that can damage buildings. |
| D. | The soil type influences the ground's stability and response to seismic waves. |
| Answer» D. The soil type influences the ground's stability and response to seismic waves. | |
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