Disaster and Disaster Risk Quiz

What is the definition of a disaster?

• A natural phenomenon with no impact

• A minor inconvenience

• A planned event

• A sudden calamitous event causing damage

Which of the following is a type of natural disaster?

• Cyber Attack

• Earthquake

• Building Collapse

• Terrorism

What does disaster risk refer to?

• The chance of a community being affected by a hazard

• The total number of disasters in a year

• The financial cost of disasters

• The preparedness of a community

Which factor is NOT a risk factor underlying disasters?

• Age

• Low social support

• Gender

• Wealth

What is a human-made disaster?

• A disaster that has no human involvement

• A disaster that occurs in rural areas

• A disaster resulting from human actions

• A disaster caused by natural forces

Which of the following is an effect of natural disasters on human life?

• Improved infrastructure

• Enhanced community spirit

• Displaced Population

• Increased job opportunities

When does an event become classified as a disaster?

• When it is planned

• When it affects only a few people

• When it causes widespread losses

• When it is predictable

Which perspective does NOT relate to the effects of disaster?

• Environmental perspective

• Psychological perspective

• Cultural perspective

• Physical perspective

What type of disaster is a tsunami classified as?

• Human-made disaster

• Economic disaster

• Technological disaster

• Natural disaster

Which of the following is a risk factor for disasters?

• Advanced technology

• Developing countries

• High social support

• Strong governance