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- 1. Multiple Choice
If you examine a rock sample and observe fossils in it, what type of rock does the sample represent?
Igneous
Metamorphic
Sedimentary
Fossils are found in several of the types listed above.
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a sample of igneous rock?
Sample A
Sample B
Sample C
Sample D
- 3. Multiple Choice
The location marked by the black rectangle is characterized by high temperature and pressure. What rock type would most likely be formed in this location?
Igneous
Metamorphic
Sedimentary
None of the above
- 4. Multiple Choice
The location marked by the black rectangle is characterized by high temperature and pressure. What rock type would most likely be formed in this location?
Location A
Location B
Location C
Location D
- 5. Multiple Choice
What type of rock is this?
Igneous
Sedimentary
Metamorphic
Sand
- 6. Multiple Choice
How do extrusive igneous rocks differ from intrusive igneous rocks?
Extrusive rocks are larger in size
intrusive rocks break down quicker
Extrusive rocks are arranged in layers
Intrusive rocks have larger crystals
- 7. Multiple Choice
Which force plays a major role in the formation of metamorphic rock?
acceleration
friction
gravity
pressure
- 8. Multiple Choice
In the phrase, "Sedimentary rocks are aggregated from bits of rock, plant, and animal remains," what is the best synonym for "aggregated?"
constituted
confused
constrained
contained
- 9. Multiple Choice
Place the following events in sequence: A) Mineral grains are formed; B) A volcano erupts; C) Lava begins cooling
ABC
BAC
BCA
CAB
- 10. Multiple Choice
Sedimentary rocks often form horizontal strata. What are strata?
Layers
Crystals
pieces of older rocks
Mineral grains
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