ConcepTest: Pacific Plate Motion
This material was originally created for
Starting Point:Introductory Geology and is replicated here as part of the SERC Pedagogic Service.
Initial Publication Date: November 20, 2006
Question:
Review the map of the plates below and predict which pair of locations is moving closer together as a result of plate tectonics?
a. Bombay and Sydney
b. Hawaii and Tokyo
c. New York and London
d. Cape Town and Sydney
a. Bombay and Sydney
b. Hawaii and Tokyo
c. New York and London
d. Cape Town and Sydney
Student Responses:
No data yet. The correct response is B.
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References and Notes:
The use of ConcepTests and Peer Instruction is discussed in detail on the ConcepTest page.
McConnell, D.A., Steer, D.N. and Owens, K.A., 2003, Assessment and Active Learning Strategies for Introductory Geology Courses, Journal of Geoscience Education, 51(2), 205-216.
McConnell, D.A., Steer et al., 2006, Using Conceptests to Assess and Improve Student Conceptual Understanding in Introductory Courses, Journal of Geoscience Education, (54(1), 61-68.