Floods and Landslides Quiz

What is a flood?

• A long-term increase in the average level of lakes

• An overflow of water that submerges normally dry land

• A drought that lasts for several months

• A slow erosion process caused by wind

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of floods?

• Heavy rainfall

• Melting snow

• Earthquakes

• Storm surges

Which type of flood occurs when heavy rain cannot be absorbed by the ground or drainage systems?

• Coastal flood

• Flash flood

• Riverine flood

• Drought flood

Landslides are often triggered by:

• Overgrazing by livestock

• Deforestation and land clearing

• Urban development

• All of the above

What is the main cause of landslides in hilly or mountainous areas?

• Tsunamis

• Lightning

• Heavy rainfall or snowmelt

• Sandstorms

Which of the following human activities can increase the risk of landslides?

• Afforestation

• Slope stabilization

• Construction on steep slopes

• Building retaining walls

Which of the following regions is more prone to floods and landslides?

• Coastal plains

• Deserts

• Mountainous areas

• Arctic regions

Flash floods are particularly dangerous because:

• They are slow-moving and give people time to evacuate

• They occur suddenly and without much warning

• They only occur during the winter months

• They only affect coastal areas

Which of the following measures can help reduce landslide risk?

• Reducing vegetation cover

• Implementing proper drainage systems

• Building on steep, unstable slopes

• All of the above

What type of warning system is commonly used to alert communities of imminent landslides?

• Seismic sensors

• Weather balloons

• Early warning sirens and monitoring systems

• Radar stations