Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Quiz

What does DRRM stand for?

• Disaster Response and Recovery Management

• Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

• Disaster Risk and Resource Management

• Disaster Relief and Recovery Management

Which of the following is NOT a type of disaster?

• Earthquakes

• Industrial accidents

• Typhoons

• Traffic accidents

What is the primary focus of disaster preparedness?

• Immediate response to disasters

• Building new infrastructure

• Long-term recovery strategies

• Knowledge and capacities to respond effectively

Which component is NOT part of the Disaster Risk Management Cycle?

• Disaster Celebration

• Disaster Prevention

• Disaster Mitigation

• Disaster Recovery

What is defined as the potential loss of life or damage due to hazards?

• Exposure

• Vulnerability

• Hazard

• Disaster Risk

During a science project, Olivia asked her team, "Which of the following is a natural disaster?"

• Industrial accidents

• Earthquakes

• Cyber attacks

• Chemical spills

What role do universities play in DRRM?

• They only focus on research

• They are not involved in DRRM

• They engage in community outreach and education

• They only provide funding

What is the definition of vulnerability in the context of disasters?

• The ability to recover from disasters

• The conditions that increase susceptibility to hazards

• The physical location of a community

• The resources available for disaster response

Which of the following is a human-induced disaster?

• Floods

• Typhoons

• Earthquakes

• Pandemics

What is the purpose of psychological first aid?

• To manage resources

• To provide medical treatment

• To help individuals recover from trauma

• To prevent disasters