- 1. The Mystical Mount Mayon Volcano is a majestic natural wonder located in the Philippines. With its near-perfect symmetrical cone shape, this active stratovolcano is often shrouded in myth and legend. Reaching a height of approximately 2,462 meters, Mount Mayon is known for its breathtaking beauty and violent eruptive history. Its towering presence looms over the surrounding landscape, captivating both locals and tourists alike. The volcano's rich cultural significance and awe-inspiring allure make it a symbol of the raw power and beauty of nature.
Where is Mount Mayon located?
A) Australia
B) Italy
C) Japan
D) Philippines
- 2. What type of volcano is Mount Mayon?
A) Caldera volcano
B) Stratovolcano
C) Shield volcano
D) Cinder cone volcano
- 3. What is the approximate height of Mount Mayon?
A) 4,000 meters (13,123 feet)
B) 2,462 meters (8,077 feet)
C) 1,200 meters (3,937 feet)
D) 3,500 meters (11,482 feet)
- 4. When was the last major eruption of Mount Mayon?
A) November 2016
B) August 2019
C) January 2018
D) March 2020
- 5. Which city lies closest to Mount Mayon?
A) Cebu City
B) Manila
C) Davao City
D) Legazpi City
- 6. In what province is Mount Mayon located?
A) Sorsogon
B) Albay
C) Camarines Norte
D) Camarines Sur
- 7. What is the volcanic belt that Mount Mayon belongs to called?
A) Volcanic Arc Belt
B) Horseshoe of Fire
C) Circle of Volcanoes
D) Pacific Ring of Fire
- 8. What is the local language spoken by nearby residents in Mount Mayon?
A) Ilocano
B) Visayan
C) Tagalog
D) Bikol
- 9. Which famous Spanish conquistador recorded the first documented eruption of Mount Mayon in 1567?
A) Ferdinand Magellan
B) Pedro de Valderrama
C) Miguel López de Legazpi
D) Juan de Salcedo
- 10. What is the meaning of 'Mayon' in the local language?
A) Powerful
B) Majestic
C) Beautiful
D) Mysterious
- 11. What is the predominant hazard associated with Mount Mayon eruptions?
A) Pyroclastic flows
B) Earthquakes
C) Tsunamis
D) Landslides
- 12. What is the climate type in the region where Mount Mayon is located?
A) Desert
B) Tropical
C) Temperate
D) Polar
- 13. Which famous American aviator made a plane landing near Mount Mayon in 1933?
A) Howard Hughes
B) Amelia Earhart
C) Wiley Post
D) Charles Lindbergh
- 14. What is the predominant religion in the region around Mount Mayon?
A) Islam
B) Roman Catholicism
C) Hinduism
D) Buddhism
- 15. What is the local favorite dish associated with Albay province near Mount Mayon?
A) Adobo
B) Sinigang
C) Bicol Express
D) Kare-Kare
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