The tropical cyclones in Australia are known as ________.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. willy-willies.
In Australia, tropical cyclones are called "Willy-willies".
While the general term for a tropical cyclone is "cyclone," in the specific region of Western Australia, they are commonly referred to as "Willy-willies".
- Hurricanes: In the Atlantic Ocean and the eastern North Pacific
- Typhoons: In the western North Pacific around the Philippines, Japan, and China
- Cyclones: In the Indian and South Pacific oceans
- Severe tropical cyclones: In the western South Pacific and Indian Ocean
- Willy-willies: In north-western Australia
- Tornadoes: In the Guinea lands of West Africa and southern USA