Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Quiz

What is the primary goal of disaster risk reduction?

• To promote urbanization

• To ignore climate change

• To reduce disaster risks

• To increase disaster frequency

Which act strengthens the Philippine disaster risk reduction and management system?

• Republic Act No. 10121

• Republic Act No. 9001

• Republic Act No. 7160

• Republic Act No. 8435

What does PAPE stand for in disaster risk reduction?

• Public Awareness and Public Education

• Preparedness and Action for Public Engagement

• Planning and Assessment for Public Education

• Public Awareness and Preparedness Education

What is a key component of the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plan (LDRRMP)?

• Ignoring local hazards

• Comprehensive risk assessment

• Reducing community involvement

• Increasing population density

Which of the following is NOT a function of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)?

• Conducting disaster response training

• Developing a national risk map

• Managing international trade

• Advising the President on disaster preparedness

What is the purpose of the Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Fund (LDRRMF)?

• To fund luxury projects

• To support disaster risk management activities

• To increase government salaries

• To promote tourism

What does the term 'vulnerability' refer to in disaster risk management?

• The ability to recover from disasters

• The financial resources available for recovery

• The characteristics that make a community susceptible to hazards

• The frequency of disasters occurring

Which of the following is a key message of the PAPE Guide?

• Risk communication must be complex

• Consistent messages on risks are vital for credibility

• People should avoid thinking about risks

• Disasters are not preventable

What is the role of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD)?

• To manage public health

• To oversee educational institutions

• To conduct military operations

• To administer disaster risk reduction programs

What is the significance of integrating disaster risk reduction into school curricula?

• To increase student stress

• To promote individualism

• To prepare future generations for disasters

• To reduce educational standards