Question 1. According to the paragraph, what are some of the factors that determine the size and impact of a tsunami?
A) The size and depth of the underwater event that generated the tsunami
B) The distance from the shore and the topography of the coastline
C) The speed and direction of the ocean currents
D) Both A and B
Question 2. Paragraph: “In addition to the immediate physical damage caused by tsunamis, there can also be long-term impacts. For example, tsunamis can contaminate fresh water supplies, damage fisheries and agriculture, and disrupt transportation and communication networks. The economic impacts of tsunamis can be substantial and long-lasting, with many communities taking years or even decades to fully recover.” Which of these is an example of a long-term impact caused by tsunamis?
A) Contamination of fresh water supplies
B) Destruction of buildings and infrastructure
C) Flooding and erosion
D) Loss of community cohesion
Question 3. According to the paragraph, which one is NOT true about tsunamis?
A) Tsunamis are typically generated by large underwater earthquakes.
B) Tsunamis can travel across the ocean at great speeds.
C) Tsunamis can cause significant damage when they reach high altitudes.
D) Tsunamis can cause flooding, erosion, and destruction when they reach low-lying areas.
Question 4. The author mentions all these EXCEPT:
A) How to manage risks associated with this oceanic hazard
B) How tsunamis affect quality life for affected populations
C) How tsunamis disrupt transportation networks
D) How tsunamis affect natural habitats
Question 5. Which of the following can be inferred from paragraph 1 about tsunamis?
A) Tsunamis are always caused by natural events
B) Tsunamis have a fixed wavelength and speed
C) Tsunamis can affect any coastal area in the world
D) Tsunamis are more dangerous than other ocean waves