Cyclones

Q. The cyclones that originate between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn are called _____.

1. Mid-latitude cyclones
2. Tropical cyclones
3. Anticyclones
4. Both Mid-latitude and Tropical cyclones

Q. In the Indian subcontinent the Tropical cyclones are known as __________.

1. Cyclones
2. Typhoons
3. Tornadoes
4. Hurricanes

Q. Consider the following statement and fill in the blank: Tropical cyclones are known by different names in different parts of the world. In the south east Asia along the coasts of China and Japan, they are called ____.

1. Cyclones
2. Typhoons
3. Hurricanes
4. Tornadoes

Q. Which of the following is an example of a predictable disaster?

1. Volcanic eruption
2. Earthquake
3. Naturally-occurring forest fire
4. Cyclone

Q. Tropical cyclones along the coasts of the US are called ____.

1. Tornadoes
2. Hurricanes
3. Cyclones
4. Typhoons

Q. Consider the following statement about mangrove trees: 'Efforts need to be directed towards growing more mangrove trees along the coasts'. True! But cite the reason(s) 'why' from the following.

1. Mangrove trees can break the force of a storm
2. Mangrove trees are strongly enrooted
3. Mangrove trees absorb the energy from the cyclones
4. All of the above

Q. Which among the following natural disasters is associated with violent winds, torrential rain, high waves, and coastal flooding?

1. Earthquakes
2. Tides
3. Cyclones
4. Floods