Natural Hazards Quiz

In the construction of skyscrapers in earthquake-prone areas like California, what is a common method to enhance their resistance to seismic activities?

• Building on soft soil

• Using flexible materials that can sway without breaking

• Making buildings heavier

• Avoiding windows in building designs

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How can flood damage be reduced in residential areas?

• Building houses on stilts or raised foundations

• Using heavier construction materials

• Decreasing the number of waterways

• Covering the ground with impermeable materials

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Which of the following is an effective way to reduce the impact of hurricanes on homes?

• Installing large windows

• Using lighter roof materials

• Securing roofs to walls with straps

• Building homes closer together

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What is a key factor in planning buildings in areas prone to wildfires?

• Choosing locations near dense forests

• Using fire-resistant materials in construction

• Increasing the number of exits in a building

• Building larger windows for more natural light

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How can coastal communities reduce the impact of hurricanes on their population?

• By ignoring evacuation orders

• Through regular hurricane drills and education

• By building all homes on stilts

• Limiting communication during a hurricane

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What role do barriers such as levees and sea walls play in disaster mitigation?

• They increase the speed of water flow in floods

• They have no effect on natural disasters

• They help to prevent or reduce flood damage

• They are used to attract tourists

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Why is it important for a coastal city prone to hurricanes to have multiple evacuation routes?

• To create confusion during evacuations

• To reduce traffic congestion and facilitate faster evacuations

• To increase the cost of city planning

• To make it easier for tourists to navigate

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How can planting trees around residential areas mitigate the effects of hurricanes?

• Trees can attract lightning strikes

• Trees can provide shade and reduce cooling costs

• Trees can act as windbreaks and reduce wind damage

• Trees can increase the risk of fire

How does the design of a building's foundation affect its resilience to earthquakes?

• A deeper foundation always leads to a safer building

• A flexible foundation can absorb seismic waves more effectively

• Foundations are irrelevant to earthquake resilience

• A solid, rigid foundation is the best defense against earthquakes

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What is the purpose of emergency drills in schools?

• To disrupt the school day

• To prepare students and staff for the actions to take during a real emergency

• To test the physical fitness of students

• To make the school appear more disciplined