Philippines - a multi hazardous place

1. The Philippines is located on the:

• Himalayan Belt

• 
  Ring of Fire
  

• Equatorial Rift

• Atlantic Rift Zone

Which 2013 typhoon caused over 6000 deaths in the Philippines?

• Typhoon Ruby

• Typhoon Onday

• Typhoon Haiyan

• Typhoon Ursula

2. How many typhoons affect the Philippines annually on average?

• 10

• 15

• 20

• 25

4. A major cause of landslides in the Philippines is:

• Mountainous terrain

• High altitude winds

• Earthquakes alone

• 
  Urban development

5. Why do many Filipinos live in hazard-prone areas?

• Availability of luxury services

• Cultural and economic reasons

• Strict government housing laws

• High wages

6. One effect of red tides is:

• Higher water temperature

• Increased tourism

• Air pollution

• Disruption to fishing industries

7. What type of housing adaptation is common in Asgad?

• Concrete homes away from shorelines

• Stilt houses

• Floating homes

• Underground shelters

8. DRR education is:

• Optional

• Only for adults

• Only available in universities

• Mandatory in schools

9. What belief affects how Filipinos perceive disaster risk?

• Atheism

• Environmentalism

• Fatalism

• Skepticism

10. Community cohesion is enhanced by:

• Foreign investment

• National military presence

• Celebrity involvement

• Strong local leadership