Natural and Man-Made Disasters Quiz

What are geological disasters primarily caused by?

• Biological agents

• Human activities

• Geological processes

• Weather-related factors

Which of the following is NOT a type of geological disaster?

• Flood

• Epidemic

• Tsunami

• Earthquake

What is a common trigger for landslides?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Earthquakes

• All of the above

• Heavy snowfall

What is the primary cause of a sinkhole?

• Earthquake activity

• Deforestation

• Erosion of limestone bedrock

• Heavy rainfall

Which disaster is characterized by the movement of snow down a slope?

• Volcanic eruption

• Earthquake

• Avalanche

• Landslide

What distinguishes a pandemic from an epidemic?

• Only affects humans

• More severe symptoms

• Caused by different microorganisms

• Affects a larger area

What is one of the main preventive measures for biological disasters?

• Ignoring personal hygiene

• Using non-sterile equipment

• Increasing population density

• Eliminating the source of contamination

Which of the following is an example of a man-made disaster?

• Chemical spill

• Volcanic eruption

• Earthquake

• Tsunami

What is the role of Integrated Disease Surveillance Systems (IDSS) after a biological disaster?

• To monitor and control vectors

• To investigate and monitor disease spread

• To eliminate the source of contamination

• To provide medical treatment

What is the primary characteristic of fire as a disaster?

• It can become life-threatening quickly

• It spreads slowly

• It is always caused by natural events

• It can be easily controlled