Calamity and Disasters Preparedness Quiz

Which countries are the nearest neighbors of the Philippines?

• Japan and South Korea

• Australia and New Zealand

• Taiwan, Malaysia, and Indonesia

• Thailand and Cambodia

What is the length of the Philippines' coastline according to the official Philippine figure?

• 17,500 kilometers

• 7,641 kilometers

• 36,289 kilometers

• 298,000 kilometers

Why is the Philippines considered one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world?

• Its climate is stable throughout the year.

• It has a small population.

• It lacks disaster preparedness programs.

• Its location makes it vulnerable to various natural disasters.

What does RA 10121 mandate for every province, city, and municipality in the Philippines regarding disaster risk reduction and management?

• Establishment of a Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office

• Establishment of a National Disaster Risk Management Office

• Creation of a National Disaster Coordinating Council

• Formation of a Disaster Management Task Force

According to Lauten (2002), what roles can youth play in disaster preparedness programs?

• They cannot participate in disaster preparedness.

• They can only act as change makers.

• They can share the message of disaster preparedness.

• They can provide financial support.

In what year was the Philippine Disaster Reduction and Management Act (RA 10121) enacted?

• 1990

• 2000

• 2010

• 2020

What major shift in disaster policy did RA 10121 bring about?

• From response to preparedness

• From mitigation to response

• From preparedness to recovery

• From recovery to prevention

What is the primary goal of the National Disaster Risk Management Framework?

• Disaster response

• Disaster relief

• Disaster risk reduction

• Disaster recovery

Which office is responsible for disaster preparedness, prevention, and mitigation in the Philippines?

• National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC)

• Office of Civil Defense

• National Youth Commission

• Department of Interior and Local Government

What is the total number of islands in the Philippines archipelago?

• 5,000

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 7,641