AUSTRALIA'S FREAK WEATHER

A fierce cyclone in the Tasman Sea leads to unusual weather in Australia, including heavy snow across the Great Dividing Range. Despite the weather, rail traffic continues with challenges for motorists. Along the coast, strong gales cause significant damage. A Dutch submarine breaks free and is stranded on a reef, leading to a dramatic rescue of its crew amidst dangerous sea conditions.

What natural phenomenon caused unusual weather conditions in Australia?

• A severe drought

• A massive earthquake

• A fierce cyclone

• A volcanic eruption

What was one of the major challenges faced by motorists during the cyclone?

• Heavy snowfall

• Foggy conditions

• Flooded roads

• Landslides

What happened to the Dutch submarine during the cyclone?

• It was unaffected

• It broke away and went onto a reef

• It was safely docked

• It sank in the harbor

How many men were initially stranded on the submarine?

• Four

• Three

• Five

• Two

What was the outcome of the rescue operation for the submarine crew?

• The rescue was unsuccessful

• All were lost at sea

• Only one was rescued

• All were rescued just in time