Earthquake Safety Procedures Quiz

Guadalupe is inside her classroom when the ground suddenly starts shaking during an earthquake. According to the "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" method, what is the first thing Guadalupe should do?

• Run outside quickly.

• Drop onto her hands and knees.

• Stand still and wait.

• Call for help loudly.

During an earthquake, Jose and Richard quickly cover their heads and necks. Why is this important?

• To look cool

• To protect themselves from being knocked down and from falling objects

• To make it easier to run

• To see better

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.9

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RL.1.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

During an earthquake, Beatriz is under a sturdy table. What should she do?

• Stand up and look around.

• Hold on to the table with one hand and be ready to move if it shifts.

• Crawl out quickly.

• Sit quietly and do nothing.

After the shaking from an earthquake stops while Antonio, Marco, and Lucina are at school, what is one of the first things they should do?

• Go back to your seat

• Evacuate to the designated assembly area

• Start playing games

• Go to sleep

After a fire drill at school, Jose and Ana evacuate the building and go to the Assembly Area. Why is it important for them to check in with the Assembly Area Team?

• To get a snack

• To make sure everyone is safe and accounted for

• To play outside

• To get a new backpack

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

Esther and Miguel are starting their first day in a new classroom. What should they do to become familiar with their classroom surroundings?

• Look for the doors, windows, entrances, and exits in your room.

• Only look at the teacher's desk.

• Ignore the windows and doors.

• Only check the floor.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Antonio and Juan are helping their teacher check the emergency pack in their classroom. Why is it important for them to do this?

• To find snacks for lunch.

• To make sure there are supplies in your classroom for emergencies.

• To play with the items inside.

• To give the kit to your friend.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

During an earthquake at school, what should Bayron, Isela, and their classmates do to protect their heads?

• Sit quietly and do nothing.

• Take cover under furniture and use their hands, a binder, or a book to shield their heads.

• Run outside quickly.

• Stand near the windows.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

During a fire drill at school, you notice Ricardo, a student in a wheelchair, in your classroom. What should you do to help him during the evacuation?

• Help him move away from windows and unsecured furniture, and have him cover himself with his hands and arms.

• Ask him to run quickly.

• Ignore him and leave the room.

• Tell him to stay by the door.

During a fire drill at school, why is it important to assign specific staff members to assist students like Josue and Mayeli, who have disabilities?

• So they can play games together.

• So the staff members know how to offer support and help students safely.

• So the students can leave early.

• So the staff can take a break.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1