WEATHER DISTURBANCES 5

1. 1. What type of weather disturbance with strong winds and abundant rain.

• a) Earthquake

• b) Typhoon

• c. flood

• d) Tornado

2. 2. What causes a typhoon to form?

• a) A sudden change in temperature

• b) Warm ocean water and moist air

• c) Earth’s rotation

• d) High atmospheric pressure

3. 3. . Imagine a large typhoon is approaching your area. Which of the following actions should be taken first to ensure the safety of the community?

• a) Wait for the typhoon to arrive and then react.

• b) Organize an evacuation plan and provide shelters for everyone.

• c) Continue daily activities as usual since it might not affect your area.

• d) Only alert the people in low-lying areas, as others are safe.

2. 4. What is the main difference between a hurricane and a typhoon?

• a) Hurricanes form in the West Atlantic Ocean, while typhoons form in the Pacific Ocean.

• b) Hurricanes are smaller than typhoons.

• c) Typhoons are more dangerous than hurricanes.

• d) There is no difference between a hurricane and a typhoon.

5. 5. What is the best way to lessen the negative impact of typhoons?

• a. Listen to news updates about typhoons.

• b. Preparedness in all aspects is essential to prevent loss of lives and damage to properties..

• c. Read about typhoons and how they form.

• d. Observe typhoons outdoors to take note of how it affects the community