G3 Q2 SS Understanding Natural Calamities

What is a natural calamity?

• A natural calamity is a minor weather change.

• A natural calamity is a human-made disaster.

• A natural calamity is a type of animal migration.

• A natural calamity is a severe event caused by natural processes that results in significant damage or destruction.

Where is the Philippines located?

• South America, near Brazil

• Southeast Asia, in the western Pacific Ocean

• Central Asia, bordering Kazakhstan

• Northern Africa, near Egypt

What is the Pacific Ring of Fire?

• A region in the Pacific Ocean known for its high seismic activity and numerous volcanoes.

• A popular tourist destination known for its beaches.

• A historical trade route used by ancient civilizations.

• A type of fish found in the Pacific Ocean.

How many typhoons does the Philippines experience each year?

• 10

• 15

• 25

• 20

What is a typhoon?

• A typhoon is a desert storm.

• A typhoon is a tropical cyclone in the Northwest Pacific Ocean.

• A typhoon is a type of earthquake.

• A typhoon is a cold front in the Arctic.

What happens during a tsunami?

• A tsunami is a type of earthquake that happens on land.

• A tsunami is a series of ocean waves caused by the displacement of a large volume of water.

• A tsunami is caused by underwater volcanic eruptions.

• A tsunami is a single large wave that occurs during storms.

What does surge mean in relation to storms?

• Surge refers to the decrease in water levels during a storm.

• Surge is the term for the calm before a storm.

• Surge in storms refers to the rise in water levels caused by strong winds and low pressure.

• Surge indicates the temperature drop associated with storms.

What is topography?

• Topography is the study of the surface features of a region.

• Topography is the measurement of temperature variations.

• Topography refers to the study of animal behavior in a region.

• Topography is the analysis of economic resources in a region.

Why does the Philippines experience earthquakes?

• The Philippines experiences earthquakes due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire, where tectonic plates interact.

• The Philippines has a unique climate that causes earthquakes.

• Earthquakes in the Philippines are caused by volcanic eruptions only.

• The Philippines is located in a desert region, leading to seismic activity.

What are the effects of a typhoon?

• Improved air quality

• The effects of a typhoon include strong winds, heavy rainfall, flooding, storm surges, and potential loss of life and property damage.

• Mild temperatures and clear skies

• Increased agricultural yield