Exploring Volcanoes and Earthquakes in El Salvador

El Salvador, known for its numerous volcanoes, frequently experiences earthquakes and tremors. Schools teach children about earthquake safety through drills and simulations. Communities receive emergency equipment and training to handle such events. Personal stories highlight the impact of earthquakes on families. Using stronger materials like iron rods helps build safer homes, reducing future risks.

What is El Salvador commonly known as due to its volcanic activity?

• Land of Volcanoes

• Land of Mountains

• Land of Earthquakes

• Land of Hurricanes

What do children in El Salvador learn to do during an earthquake while in the classroom?

• Run to the nearest exit

• Hide under their desks

• Walk to a safe place

• Stand still and wait

What kind of drills do children in El Salvador participate in at school?

• Fire drills

• Earthquake drills

• Flood drills

• Tornado drills

What organization has provided emergency equipment and training to communities like Araceli's?

• UNICEF

• Red Cross

• Cathode

• World Health Organization

Which of the following is NOT part of the emergency equipment provided?

• Helmet

• Megaphone

• First aid kit

• Rope

What was the worst earthquake experience mentioned in the transcript?

• It caused a fire

• It resulted in a flood

• It badly damaged the house

• It caused a landslide

What materials were used to build the new, safer house?

• Wood and nails

• Bricks and mortar

• Cement blocks and iron rods

• Plastic and metal sheets

Why did the family decide to build a new house?

• The old house was too small

• The old house was not safe

• The old house was too expensive to maintain

• The old house was in a bad location

What is the benefit of using stronger materials like iron rods in construction?

• It reduces the cost of building

• It helps the building withstand earth tremors

• It makes the house look better

• It makes the house more eco-friendly

What is one of the main goals of better housing in earthquake-prone areas?

• To increase property value

• To reduce the risk of damage and injuries

• To provide more living space

• To make houses more energy-efficient