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S3_2.3 Common Hazards in Urban Neighbourhoods

Total questions: 24

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is a common cause of residential fires in urban neighbourhoods?

a)

Poor waste management

b)

Faulty electrical appliances and wiring

c)

Burning of incense

d)

Clogged drainage systems

2.

During a residential fire, which of the following is a likely health impact?

a)

Malaria

b)

Food poisoning

c)

Carbon monoxide poisoning

d)

Lung fibrosis caused by bacteria

3.

Which of the following best explains why air pollution is more severe in urban neighbourhoods?

a)

Lack of water bodies to absorb pollutants

b)

Over-reliance on solar energy

c)

High density of industrial and vehicle emissions

d)

Increased green cover in residential areas

4.

PM2.5 particles are dangerous because they:

a)

Reflect sunlight and reduce visibility only

b)

Are allergens causing skin irritation

c)

Can enter the bloodstream and affect human organs

d)

Cause mechanical injuries in lungs

5.

What is the most likely outcome of speeding-related traffic accidents in urban areas?

a)

Temporary traffic congestion

b)

Minor inconveniences to commuters

c)

Increased respiratory illnesses

d)

Serious injuries or fatalities

6.

Which strategy would most effectively reduce drink-driving incidents in a neighbourhood?

a)

Building more traffic junctions

b)

Increasing speed limits

c)

Running anti-drink drive public education campaigns

d)

Promoting cycling over driving

7.

What urban feature increases the risk of fire spreading rapidly in older neighbourhoods?

a)

Abundance of street lamps

b)

Dense arrangement of flammable materials and buildings

c)

High number of schools

d)

Regular fire drills

8.

Which of the following is a preventive measure against household fires?

a)

Using water to put out electrical fires

b)

Installing smoke detectors

c)

Using extension cords for all devices

d)

Keeping windows shut at all times

9.

Which activity contributes most to localised air pollution in high-density housing areas?

a)

Group fitness exercises

b)

Use of centralised air-conditioning

c)

Open burning of household waste

d)

Planting community gardens

10.

Which is the best strategy to reduce air pollution at the neighbourhood level?

a)

Expanding shopping centres

b)

Encouraging carpooling or cycling

c)

Paving over all green areas

d)

Banning all construction activities

11.

Which group is most vulnerable to traffic hazards in urban neighbourhoods?

a)

Working professionals

b)

Elderly and children

c)

Car owners

d)

Cyclists in rural areas

12.

Why is road design important in managing traffic hazards?

a)

It controls the pricing of public transport

b)

It determines the number of fast-food outlets

c)

It affects how easily vehicles and pedestrians can move safely

d)

It allows more shopping centres to be built

13.

Which of the following is a feature of a 'traffic-calmed' neighbourhood?

a)

High-speed expressways

b)

Fewer traffic signs

c)

Raised pedestrian crossings and speed bumps

d)

No designated walkways

14.
Which of the following is NOT identified as a common hazard in urban neighborhoods?
a)
Fire hazards
b)
Air pollution hazards
c)
Traffic hazards
d)
Wild animal attacks
15.
Which of the following is an example of a man-made hazard?
a)
Earthquakes
b)
Volcanic eruptions
c)
Traffic hazards
d)
Tsunamis
16.
What was a common cause of fires in Singapore in 2021?
a)
Lightning strikes
b)
Unattended cooking
c)
Spontaneous combustion
d)
Wildfires
17.
What harmful effect can high levels of carbon monoxide released during a fire have on humans?
a)
It can cause headaches and dizziness.
b)
It can cause blindness.
c)
It can cause skin irritation.
d)
It can cause tooth decay
18.
Apart from the destruction of properties, what other cost is associated with fire hazards?
a)
The cost of legal proceedings
b)
The cost of repairing and rebuilding properties
c)
The cost of relocating to a new neighborhood
d)
The cost of fireproofing properties
19.
What is a common cause of air pollution in urban areas?
a)
Carbon sequestration
b)
Industrial and motor emissions
c)
Photosynthesis
d)
Wind erosion
20.
Which pollutant is associated with causing asthma in children?
a)
Ozone
b)
Nitrogen dioxide
c)
Hydrogen
d)
Helium
21.
What is a common cause of traffic hazards?
a)
Speeding
b)
Broken traffic lights
c)
Too many pedestrians
d)
Rain
22.
Who are usually at high risk in traffic accidents?
a)
Young cyclists
b)
Elderly pedestrians and motorcyclists
c)
Teenage skateboarders
d)
Professional drivers
23.

In urban neighbourhoods, typical types of fires are related to: 

a)

Residential premises

b)

Commercial & industrial places

c)

Social & communal places

d)

Vegetation fires due periods of dry weather

24.

Which is NOT a possible causes of fire in residential premises?

a)

Faulty electrical appliance & wiring

b)

Unattended cooking & flame

c)

Dry weather

d)

Charging of Personal Mobility Devices overnight