Tectonic hazards: past paper questions
Real questions on tectonic hazards
The newest 20 of 112 written questions. Open one to see it on the real paper.
- 0460/11 · May/June 2025 · Q4a(i)[1]
Identify the compass direction in which the Indo-Australian plate is moving.
See it on the paper → - 0460/11 · May/June 2025 · Q4a(ii)[2]
Identify the type of plate boundaries at X and Y. X
See it on the paper → - 0460/11 · May/June 2025 · Q4a(iii)[3]
Using Fig. 4.1 only, describe the distribution of volcanoes.
See it on the paper → - 0460/11 · May/June 2025 · Q4a(iv)[4]
Explain why volcanoes are hazardous for people.
See it on the paper → - 0460/11 · May/June 2025 · Q4b(i)[3]
Describe the characteristics of the crater of the volcano shown in Fig. 4.2. (i)
See it on the paper → - 0460/11 · May/June 2025 · Q4b(ii)[5]
Explain why people live close to volcanoes.
See it on the paper → - 0460/11 · May/June 2025 · Q4c[7]
Describe the causes of an earthquake in an area you have studied. Name of area Section C Answer one question from this section.
See it on the paper → - 0460/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4a(i)[1]
What type of volcano is shown by cross-section B in Fig. 4.1? (i)
See it on the paper → - 0460/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4a(ii)[2]
Two features of a volcano are the vent and magma chamber. Define these terms. vent magma chamber
See it on the paper → - 0460/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4a(iii)[3]
Using Fig. 4.1, compare volcano A and volcano B using the following headings. width height steepness
See it on the paper → - 0460/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4a(iv)[4]
Describe the benefits for people of living close to volcanoes.
See it on the paper → - 0460/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4b(i)[3]
Using Fig. 4.2, suggest reasons why there are active volcanoes in Iceland.
See it on the paper → - 0460/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4b(ii)[5]
Describe problems that can be caused by active volcanoes.
See it on the paper → - 0460/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4c[7]
For a named example you have studied, describe the strategies that can be used to reduce the problems caused by volcanic eruptions. Name of example Section C Answer one question from this section.
See it on the paper → - 0460/22 · May/June 2025 · Q5a[3]
Fig. 5.1 (Insert) shows the location of the largest magnitude earthquakes in 2022 together with their depth of focus. Using Fig. 5.1, tick (✓) the three correct statements. tick (✓) Most earthquakes occur on or near to the coast. The earthquakes are equally distributed around the world. The Atlantic and Indian Oceans e...
See it on the paper → - 0460/22 · May/June 2025 · Q5b(i)[2]
Study Fig. 5.2 (Insert), which shows a weak relationship between magnitude and number of deaths. Use evidence from Fig. 5.2 to support this statement.
See it on the paper → - 0460/22 · May/June 2025 · Q5b(ii)[2]
Suggest two reasons why some major earthquakes cause no deaths.
See it on the paper → - 0460/22 · May/June 2025 · Q5c[1]
Earthquakes are caused by tectonic plate movement. Tick one box (✓) to show the cause of this movement. cause tick (✓) conduction convection radiation
See it on the paper → - 0460/23 · May/June 2025 · Q5a(i)[6]
Using Fig. 5.1 only, compare the features of the two volcanoes.
See it on the paper → - 0460/23 · May/June 2025 · Q5b[2]
State two reasons why many people live near volcanoes.
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What examiners said
Many candidates answered this question correctly. Incorrect answers either reversed the answers or wrote the names of plates or types of plates, e.g. oceanic/continental.
— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0460/11 Q4(a)(ii) (Cambridge)
‘On plate boundaries’ was the most common generic reference in response to this question, with both linear and clustered seen. Other candidates gained marks for examples of named plates or areas. ‘Ring of Fire’ was a common example, and many referred to the plates around the Philippines, only scoring if they referred to ‘between’ named plates which many did not do.
— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0460/11 Q4(a)(iii) (Cambridge)
This question was generally well answered with many candidates scoring highly. Many listed 4 of the hazards referenced in the mark scheme. Others scored by reference to their impacts such as death, destruction of housing, etc.
— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0460/11 Q4(a)(iv) (Cambridge)
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