In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

Most people believe that animals have a sixth sense and can (1)_____ natural disasters. Few say that animals (2)_____ additional hearing capabilities, which help them realize the vibrations of the earth shaking. They can effortlessly (3)_____ the disaster, unlike human beings, long before it strikes. We are not very sure (4)______ the animals had a sixth sense or not, but during the tsunami in the Indian ocean, more than 150000 casualties were reported in around twelve countries, but (5)_____ a few animals were reported dead.