Question 6. Why does the author include examples of long-term impacts caused by tsunamis in paragraph 2?
A) To show how tsunamis affect different aspects of human life and society
B) To compare and contrast tsunamis with other natural disasters
C) To persuade readers to take action to prevent or mitigate tsunamis
D) To explain how tsunamis are different from regular ocean waves
Question 7. The word “displacement” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to:
A) Movement
B) Removal
C) Replacement
D) Separation
Question 8. The phrase “managing the risks” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to:
A) Reducing dangers
B) Avoiding hazards
C) Controlling outcomes
D) Assessing probabilities
Question 9. In stating “particularly in low-lying areas”, the author means that:
A) Low-lying areas are more prone to flooding than high-altitude areas
B) Low-lying areas have more buildings and infrastructure than high-altitude areas
C) Low-lying areas have less topography than high-altitude areas
D) Low-lying areas have lower energy than high-altitude areas
Question 10. Look at the four letters – (A), (B), (C), and (D), – that indicate where the following sentence can be added to the passage. "However, preparedness and mitigation alone are not enough to prevent the loss of lives and property caused by tsunamis." Where would the sentence best fit?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)