Venice Flooded Again After Another Exceptionally High Tide

Venice experienced severe flooding with water levels peaking at nearly five feet, affecting shops, restaurants, and hotels. Saint Marks Square was closed, but tourists continued to explore. The recent tide was the highest in 50 years, causing significant damage estimated at hundreds of millions of dollars. A state of emergency was declared.

What was the peak water level during the recent high tide in Venice?

• Five feet

• Six feet

• Four feet

• Three feet

Which famous location in Venice was closed due to the rising waters?

• Saint Marks Square

• Doge's Palace

• Rialto Bridge

• Grand Canal

How did some tourists choose to explore Venice during the flooding?

• By staying indoors

• Using bicycles

• In rubber boots and plastic garbage bags

• By boat

What was the peak water level during the historic high tide last week?

• Five feet

• Six feet

• Seven feet

• Eight feet

What action was taken by the authorities in response to the flooding damage?

• Closure of all tourist attractions

• Evacuation of residents

• Declaration of a state of emergency

• Construction of new flood barriers