Social Studies Weekly #21: Declaring a State of Emergency

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A State of Emergency means the _____ can put an emergency plan into action.

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government

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Who can declare a state of emergency? Options: the mayor or governor, the President or Congress, the governor or Congress, the executive branch

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the executive branch

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What does FEMA stand for?

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Federal Emergency Management Agency

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A volunteer is a person who does a job without getting _____.

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paid

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The Red Cross helps prepare for emergencies by creating a plan that

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provides food, clothes, shelter and medical attention

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Which everyday heroes are trained to help when disaster strikes? Options: the President and Governor, the Salvation Army, police and firefighters, the Boys and Girls Clubs of America

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police and firefighters

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What agencies have plans to help in search and rescue missions after an emergency? Options: The United Way, Habitat for Humanity, the Salvation Army, the Army and Air National Guard

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the Army and Air National Guard

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Which organization helps provide food for people who need it?

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Feeding America

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What is one way the United Way helps people during disasters?

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job training

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How does Habitat for Humanity help people during disasters?

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provide shelters during disasters