Panama Canal Water Levels Quiz
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Match the following terms with their meanings:

Panama Canal = A 50-mile important shortcut for ships Atlantic = Ocean located to the east of the canal Pacific = Ocean located to the west of the canal Run aground = Getting stuck on the bottom

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Water levels are low = Current issue affecting the Panama Canal Shortage of rain = Contributing factor to the low water levels Big ships = Type of vessels facing challenges navigating the canal Authorities in Panama = Responsible for keeping the canal operational

Match the following elements with their role in the situation:

Lack of rain = Cause of low water levels in the canal Canal's importance = Reason for efforts to keep it working Ships getting stuck = Consequence of low water levels Authorities' responsibility = Ensuring functionality of the canal

Match the following locations with their relation to the Panama Canal:

<p>Atlantic Ocean = Location to the east of the canal Pacific Ocean = Location to the west of the canal Panama = Country where the canal is situated Panama City = City near the Pacific end of the canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following problems with their impact on shipping:

<p>Low water levels = Challenge for big ships navigating the canal Run aground risk = Possibility for ships due to current conditions Canal closure = Potential consequence if water levels do not improve Delay in shipping = Result of difficulties faced by vessels in the canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Panama Canal is 80 miles long.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Panama Canal is currently facing water level issues due to excessive rain.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The low water levels in the Panama Canal are causing difficulties for small ships only.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Authorities in Panama are not concerned about the functioning of the Panama Canal.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Panama Canal connects the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are authorities in Panama concerned about the water levels in the Panama Canal?

<p>Low water levels make it difficult for big ships to sail through without running aground.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Panama Canal?

<p>To serve as a shortcut for ships going from the Atlantic to the Pacific.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What problem are ships facing in the Panama Canal due to the low water levels?

<p>Difficulties in sailing through without running aground.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long is the Panama Canal?

<p>50 miles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current issue affecting the Panama Canal's operation?

<p>Low water levels due to a lack of rain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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