Disaster Concepts Quiz

What is a disaster defined as?

• A planned event

• A natural phenomenon

• A sudden, calamitous event

• A minor inconvenience

Which of the following is NOT a type of disaster?

• Natural Disasters

• Social Disasters

• Technological Disasters

• Humanmade Disasters

What does 'vulnerability' refer to in the context of disasters?

• The resources available to a community

• The frequency of a hazard occurring

• The ability to recover from a disaster

• The characteristics that make a community susceptible to harm

Which factor is NOT considered an aggravating factor for disasters?

• Climate Change

• Education

• Urban Planning

• Migration

What is the formula for calculating disaster risk?

• Risk = Hazard + Vulnerability + Exposure

• Risk = Hazard x Vulnerability x Exposure

• Risk = Hazard / Vulnerability + Exposure

• Risk = Hazard - Vulnerability + Exposure

What does 'capacity' refer to in disaster management?

• The number of people affected by a disaster

• The strengths and resources available to a community

• The level of preparedness of a community

• The frequency of hazards

Which of the following is an example of a natural disaster?

• Cyber attack

• Earthquake

• Industrial accident

• Terrorism

What is the primary effect of a disaster?

• Social unrest

• Psychological trauma

• Immediate loss of life and injury

• Long-term economic impact

Which of the following is a secondary effect of a disaster?

• Loss of life

• Infrastructure damage

• Immediate medical response

• Displacement of populations

What does 'exposure' mean in the context of disaster risk?

• The frequency of hazards

• The ability to recover from a disaster

• The people and property present in hazard zones

• The characteristics of a community