DISASTER READINESS AND RISK REDUCTION

Which of the following factors can increase a community's vulnerability to disasters?

• • A. Strong emergency response plans

• • B. High poverty levels and lack of resources

• • C. Well-constructed infrastructure

• • D. Access to education and training

Which of the following is an economic impact of a disaster?

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  Answer: B. Damage to infrastructure and loss of businesses

• • A. Displacement of families

• • B. Damage to infrastructure and loss of businesses

• • C. Psychological trauma in survivors

• • D. Loss of biodiversity

What is a key factor that can enhance a community's resilience to disasters?

• • A. Strong community networks

• • B. Lack of emergency drills

• • C. Poor communication systems

• • D. High levels of unemployment

Which of the following is an example of a geological hazard?

• • A. Flood

• • B. Earthquake

• • C. Epidemic

• • D. Forest fire

A coastal town is frequently hit by typhoons. What would be the best way to analyze the town's vulnerability?

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• • A. Study the frequency of typhoons in the region

• • B. Assess the town’s early warning system and evacuation plans

• • C. Analyze the economic damage caused by previous typhoons

• • D. Look at other towns that have suffered similar hazards

After a volcanic eruption, a nearby town is buried under ash. However, poor urban planning had allowed homes to be built too close to the volcano. What is the main vulnerability that worsened the disaster?

• • A. The town lacked access to emergency services

• • B. The eruption was more intense than expected

• • C. Homes were constructed in high-risk areas near the volcano

• • D. The town experienced a simultaneous earthquake

What does "severity of exposure" refer to in the context of disaster risk?

• • A. The likelihood of a disaster happening in a given area

• • B. The level of damage or harm caused by a disaster to individuals or communities

• • C. The speed at which disaster recovery occurs

• • D. The distance between the disaster and emergency responders

Why is accurate prediction of disasters important for disaster risk reduction?

• • A. It allows emergency responders to eliminate hazards before they happen

• • B. It helps communities prepare in advance and reduce the impact on lives and property

• • C. Predictions reduce the occurrence of disasters

• • D. Accurate predictions guarantee that no damage will occur during a disaster

A city faces a major flood, causing businesses to shut down for months. How would this affect the community from an economic perspective?

• • A. It will cause a loss of income, jobs, and increase in poverty for many families

• • B. It will only affect individuals who lost their homes

• • C. The flood will have no impact on the local economy

• • D. The city will recover quickly because businesses can relocate

Which demographic group is often considered more vulnerable during disasters?

• • A. Government officials

• • B. Middle-income families

• • C. Young adults with strong physical health

• • D. Elderly individuals and people with disabilities