Comprehensionmedium · Past Paper
The heavy rain caused the Bagmati river to swell, and residents near the banks were seen moving their belongings to higher ground. Why were they moving?
AThey were going on a holiday.
BThey feared a flood was imminent.
CThey wanted to clean their houses.
DThey were selling their furniture.
✓ Correct Answer: B — They feared a flood was imminent.
Moving to higher ground is a standard safety response to rising river levels and potential flooding.
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