Earthquake is a violent shaking of the ground; it is caused by the collision of the Earth’s outer layers. Earthquake is one of the most dangerous natural disasters to mankind. The casualties and damages caused by earthquake can be huge even when the earthquake lasts only a few seconds. In 2004, a 9.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Indian Ocean creating a series of tsunamis. It's the third largest earthquake ever recorded and lasted more than 10 minutes. Waves caused by the earthquake reachedthe height of 30 meters. This event is one of the deadliest natural disasters in history. By the time it was over, more than 250,000 people had been killed and many coastal regions in Indonesia and nearby countries had been completely destroyed. Impact of this natural disaster is still felt till this day. 32. Which of the following would be the best title of the passage? A. Most Dangerous Natural Disasters. B. A Dangerous Natural Disaster. C. An Oceanic Disaster. D. Impacts of Natural Disasters. 33. What does the writer describe earthquake as? A. The ground shakes extremely. B. Earthquake is on the list of top dangerous natural disasters. C. Slight earthquake can lead to heavy losses. D. All are correct. 34. Which natural disaster is caused by the earthquake in the Indian Ocean in 2004? A. A wave of 30-meter height. B. A tsunami killing 200,000 people. C. A number of long high sea waves coming to the land. D. A 9.2-magnitude tsunami. 35. Which of the following is FALSE about the earthquake in the Indian Ocean in 2004? A. All Asian countries were damaged by the earthquake. B. There were 250,000 victims of this disaster. C. The earthquake happened in over 10 minutes. D. The earthquake reached 9.2 magnitudes. 36. Which of the following is NOT stated in the passage? A. The outer layers of the Earth collide to create earthquake. B. An earthquake may occur in just a couple of seconds. C. 50,000 victims of the earthquake in the Indian Ocean were rescued. D. The influence of the earthquake in the Indian Ocean in 2004 has lasted until now.