Philippines Natural Disasters Quiz

How often do earthquakes occur in the Philippines?

• Weekly

• Monthly

• Daily

• Yearly

What natural disaster can heavy rainfall trigger in the Philippines?

• Earthquakes

• Typhoons

• Landslides

• Tsunamis

Which island experienced a landslide in 2006 after heavy rain?

• Luzon

• Mindanao

• Leyte

• Cebu

Where do typhoons that affect the Philippines develop?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

What can cause tsunamis around the Philippines?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Earthquakes

• Typhoons

• Landslides

In what year did a tsunami hit the southern island of Mindanao?

• 1976

• 1986

• 1996

• 2006

When is the dry season in Manila?

• January to March

• April to June

• November to April

• May to October

What can cause drought in the Philippines?

• Excessive rainfall during the wet season

• Lack of rain during the wet season

• High humidity levels

• Strong winds

What has deforestation of upland areas for agriculture increased the risk of?

• Floods

• Landslides

• Earthquakes

• Droughts

What is a characteristic of the Philippines' economy?

• Slow growth

• Fast growth

• Declining growth

• Stable growth