Disaster Readiness Lesson 1: Basic Concepts
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that determines the magnitude of a disaster risk according to the disaster risk model?

  • The quantity of exposure of elements at risk (lives and properties)
  • The severity of the natural event (hazard)
  • The vulnerability level or quality of exposure
  • The effectiveness of disaster response and recovery efforts (correct)

Which of the following statements is true about reducing disaster risk through exposure and vulnerability reduction?

  • Reducing exposure and vulnerability is irrelevant to disaster risk reduction.
  • Only exposure can be reduced, but vulnerability is a fixed factor.
  • Exposure and vulnerability cannot be reduced, as they are inherent to natural disasters.
  • Both exposure and vulnerability can be reduced through appropriate measures. (correct)

Which of the following statements accurately describes the nature of disasters mentioned in the text?

  • Natural disasters and human-made disasters are mutually exclusive, with no overlap.
  • The text does not differentiate between natural and human-made disasters.
  • Disasters can originate from both natural forces and human actions. (correct)
  • Disasters are always caused by natural events, and human factors play no role.

Based on the information provided, which of the following is NOT an example of a human-made disaster?

<p>A volcanic eruption (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the definition of disaster provided in the text, which of the following is a necessary condition for an event to be considered a disaster?

<p>All of the above conditions must be met. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information given, which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between hazard, exposure, and vulnerability in the context of disaster risk?

<p>Disaster risk is directly proportional to hazard, exposure, and vulnerability. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes disaster risk?

<p>The combination of physical hazards and the vulnerability of exposed elements through social and environmental processes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason people are often resistant to relocation from hazardous areas?

<p>Relocation would mean giving up their homes, land, and potentially their jobs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group is typically the most vulnerable to disasters due to their living conditions?

<p>The poor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for keeping people and property away from hazards?

<p>To reduce the risk of injury or damage caused by the hazard (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes how a hazard becomes a disaster?

<p>A disaster happens when the destructive agent, the hazard, hits a vulnerable populated area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for relocation to be accompanied by mitigation and prevention measures?

<p>To reduce the risk of future disasters in the new location (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the severity of exposure to a disaster?

<p>Those who directly experience the disaster themselves are at the highest risk of lasting mental health impact. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as contributing to a more difficult recovery from a disaster?

<p>Thinking that others care about you (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about disasters in developing countries is true?

<p>Disasters in developing countries, like the Philippines, have more severe mental health impact than disasters in developed countries, even with less serious disasters. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about gender and family dynamics in disaster recovery is NOT supported by the text?

<p>Women with spouses experience less distress during recovery than single women. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as contributing to a more difficult recovery from a disaster?

<p>Having a strong sense of control over what happens to you (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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