Disaster Management Quiz

What is the main challenge in implementing laws related to environmental issues in the Philippines?

• Government corruption

• Lack of funding

• Changing Filipino behavior towards waste disposal

• Natural disasters

What does 'hazard' refer to in the context of disaster management?

• A community response

• A government policy

• A potential threat from nature or human actions

• A natural disaster

Which of the following is an example of a natural disaster?

• Pollution

• Earthquake

• Drought caused by human activity

• War

What does 'vulnerability' refer to in disaster management?

• The likelihood of being affected by hazards

• The ability to recover from disasters

• The strength of infrastructure

• The amount of resources available

What is the purpose of 'mitigation' in disaster management?

• To recover after a disaster

• To respond during a disaster

• To reduce the negative impacts of disasters

• To adapt to the effects of disasters

What does the acronym DRRM stand for?

• Disaster Risk and Response Management

• Disaster Response and Recovery Management

• Disaster Risk Reduction Management

• Disaster Relief and Recovery Management

Which approach emphasizes community participation in disaster management?

• Private Sector Approach

• Government-Led Approach

• Bottom-Up Approach

• Top-Down Approach

What is a key characteristic of the Bottom-Up Approach?

• It relies on external funding

• It focuses only on urban areas

• Decisions are made solely by government officials

• Community members initiate and maintain development

What is the main goal of the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010?

• To provide immediate relief during disasters

• To increase government funding for disasters

• To ensure that disaster planning is proactive

• To limit community involvement in disaster planning

What does 'resilience' refer to in the context of disaster management?

• The ability to prevent disasters

• The capacity to recover from disasters

• The strength of government policies

• The amount of resources available