Practice Characteristics of Hazards in Disaster Risk Management - 5 | 2. Understanding Risk in Disaster Contexts | Disaster Preparedness &Planning - Vol 1
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define the term 'hazard'.

💡 Hint: Think about examples like earthquakes or storms.

Question 2

Easy

What are the three types of hazards?

💡 Hint: Remember the acronym 'NTH'.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of hazard?

  • Natural
  • Technological
  • Cultural

💡 Hint: Think about the NTH categories.

Question 2

True or False: Vulnerability refers to the capability of a population to withstand hazards.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what vulnerability protects against.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Consider a region that faces both earthquakes and floods. How should the local government prioritize disaster preparedness tools to address these different hazards effectively?

💡 Hint: Think about the specific response options available for each hazard.

Question 2

Analyze a historical disaster event and discuss its contributions to disaster risk management policies in affected regions. How do characteristics of the hazard play a role in these policies?

💡 Hint: Look at case studies for concrete examples.

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