DISASTER MANAGEMENT QUIZ

Which of the following is a man-made disaster?

• ●        Earthquake

• ●        Cyclone

• ●        Terrorist Attack

• ●        Flood

Which of these disasters is most likely to follow a tsunami?

• Wildfire

• Flooding

• Drought

• Sandstorm

Which instrument is used to detect earthquakes?

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Seismograph

• Anemometer

What is the primary goal of mitigation?

• Respond quickly

• Restore infrastructure

• Rescue operations

• Prevent disasters

Which of these actions is part of the ‘Preparedness’ phase?

• Conducting mock drills

• Providing temporary shelters

• Rebuilding homes

• Cleaning debris

Which phase of the disaster cycle involves emergency rescue and aid?

• Recovery

• Preparedness

• Response

• Mitigation

After a flood, restoring drinking water supply falls under which stage?

• Mitigation

• Response

• Preparedness

• Recovery

Installing fire alarms in classrooms is an example of:

• Recovery

• Response

• Mitigation

• None

What is the safest place during an earthquake if you are inside a building?

• Near glass windows

• Under a desk or table

• In the lift

• On a staircase

Which one is essential in a school disaster kit?

• ●        Chocolate

• ●        Paperweight

• ●        First aid box

• ●        Sports equipment