Something is considered a hazard only if it causes a loss of life.

2.3 - Common Hazards in an Urban Neighbourhood (Express)

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9th - 12th Grade
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Yanjie Luo
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
True
False
Answer explanation
Not true! A hazard can be something that causes
- damages to health
- property damage
- negative social consequences
- negative economic consequences
It need not cause death to be considered a hazard.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Hazards can be natural or man-made.
True
False
Answer explanation
Yes! Natural hazards include earthquakes. Man-made hazards include traffic hazards!
3.
HOTSPOT QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The picture shows the town of Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland on 23 January, 1973.
On the picture, click on the correct point which identifies the hazard.
Answer explanation
Yes, the volcano and the hot ashes it expels are the hazards!
4.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
Using the photograph, explain why the volcano is a hazard to the town.
Ensure you dealt with the following aspects:
(1) Loss of lives
(2) Negative Health Impacts
(3) Property damage
(4) Economic Consequences
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5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
Is this a natural or man-made hazard?
Natural Hazard
Man-made hazard
Answer explanation
The danger and damage is caused by natural processes, not humans! Hence, it is a natural hazard.
6.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What are some of the common hazards in an urban neighbourhood in Singapore?
(Choose all correct options)
Fire hazards
Air Pollution
Traffic Hazards
Earthquakes
Answer explanation
Earthquakes may be a hazard in some cities like Tokyo, Japan. However, it is not a common hazard in SINGAPORE.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a common reason for fire hazards in urban neighbourhoods in Singapore?
Unattended cooking
Faulty electrical applicances and wiring
Candles
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