Earthquake Survival

There are many natural disasters. Which one is an earthquake?

• severe snow storm

• a noticeable shaking of the earth's surface

• rotating winds that are violent and destructive

• flooding of the earth's surface

You are in the kitchen cooking when you feel the first shake from the earthquake. What should be your first response?

• Run out of the kitchen.

• Try to speed up the cooking by turning up the flame.

• Shout earthquake and try to find your parents.

• Quickly turn off the stove and take cover.

When indoors during an earthquake, the safest place to be is:

• under a piece of sturdy furniture

• in a doorway

• in a bedroom

If you are in an indoor public place when an earthquake hits, head for the exits.

• True

• False

Which of these is not a likely effect of a strong earthquake?

• Collapse of buildings.

• Collapse of bridges.

• Falling telephone and power lines.

• Lightning.

If you're at the beach and feel an earthquake, which of these is the best choice?

• Get to high ground immediately.

• Scan the horizon for waves.

• Tune into your radio to see if there is a tsunami warning.

• Find a nearby shelter in case of aftershock.

If you're in bed when an earthquake strikes, just put a pillow over your head.

• True

• False

It is safe to use the lift during and after an earthquake.

• True

• False

During an earthquake, you should:

• Stop, drop, and roll.

• Stop, drop, and lie flat.

• Drop, cover, and hold on.

• Drop, cover, and roll.

If you are indoors when an earthquake strikes, you should stay indoors.

• True

• False