Earthquake Safety Quiz from CDC

What should you do to keep yourself safe during an earthquake?

• Hide under a table

• Run outside

• Stand in a doorway

• Drop, cover, and hold on

What should you do if you are inside a crowded place during an earthquake?

• Rush for the doorways

• Move away from display shelves

• Stay in one place and scream for help

• Run outside as fast as possible

What should you do if you are in a moving vehicle during an earthquake?

• Try to outrun the earthquake

• Use the car horn to alert others

• Keep driving at the same speed

• Stop as quickly and safely as possible

What should you do if you are near the shore during an earthquake?

• Stay near the water to watch for tsunamis

• Evacuate to high ground immediately

• Stay in your car and wait for help

• Try to swim to safety

What is the most dangerous place to be during an earthquake inside a building?

• Under a sturdy table

• Near the windows

• In a doorway

• Close to outer walls

What should you do if you are in a stadium or theater during an earthquake?

• Stay in your seat and protect your head and neck

• Scream for help loudly

• Leave the building immediately

• Run to the nearest exit

What should you do if you are unable to move from a bed or chair during an earthquake?

• Stay in the same position and wait for help

• Scream for help

• Cover up with blankets and pillows

• Try to stand up and walk to safety

What should you do if you are outside during an earthquake?

• Run towards buildings for shelter

• Try to climb a tree for safety

• Stay near trees and telephone poles

• Go to an open area away from hazards

What should you do if you are in a wheelchair during an earthquake?

• Wait for someone to come and help you

• Lock your wheels and protect your head and neck

• Try to move to a safer location

• Abandon the wheelchair and crawl to safety

What should you do if you are in bed during an earthquake?

• Try to stand up and run outside

• Jump out of bed and hide under it

• Hold on and stay in bed, protecting your head with a pillow

• Scream for help loudly