Question

read the passage. then answer the question.
a tsunami is a powerful wave that travels across the surface of the ocean to land. an earthquake on the oceans floor is the most common cause of tsunamis. the force of earthquake causes the water to surge in all directions. the resulting tsunamis can create terrible damage when they reach land.
which phrase from the passage describes the effect of a tsunami?
a \is a powerful wave that travels\
b \an earthquake on the oceans floor\
c \causes the water to surge in all directions\
d \creates terrible damage when it reaches land\

Explanation:

The question asks for the phrase that describes the effect of a tsunami. Option A describes what a tsunami is. Option B is the cause (earthquake). Option C is an intermediate result due to the earthquake. Option D directly states the effect (damage when reaching land).

Answer:

D. "creates terrible damage when it reaches land"