Question 1

What does vulnerability refer to in disaster risk reduction?

Accepted Answer

The possibility of harm due to hazards or exposure to danger

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The chance that a hazard will occur

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The strength of buildings only

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The response of the government during disasters

Question 2

Which group is generally considered MOST vulnerable during disasters?

Accepted Answer

Senior citizens

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Office workers

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Tourists

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Business owners

Question 3

Why are children considered a vulnerable group during disasters?

Accepted Answer

They lack experience, strength, and decision-making ability

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They live in unsafe areas

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They cause disasters

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They are always near hazards

Question 4

What factor mainly makes an element or group vulnerable to harm?

Accepted Answer

Location, condition, and ability to cope or recover

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The size of the population

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The weather forecast

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The time of day

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of SOCIAL vulnerability?

Accepted Answer

Elderly people unable to evacuate quickly

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Deforestation

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Lack of income to rebuild after disaster

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Weak building materials

Question 6

How does awareness of vulnerability and risk help communities?

Accepted Answer

It helps people prepare and reduce damage

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It helps people ignore disasters

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It removes hazards completely

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It guarantees safety

Question 7

Which element is ALSO at risk during disasters aside from people?

Accepted Answer

Properties, services, and economic activities

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Government officials only

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Emotions only

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Animals only

Question 8

Which situation shows vulnerability due to medical needs?

Accepted Answer

A pregnant woman during a flood

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A teacher at school

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A shop owner

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A student studying late

Question 9

Why are low-income individuals more vulnerable to disasters?

Accepted Answer

They often lack resources to prepare and recover

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They live far from hazards

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They experience fewer disasters

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They choose to be exposed

Question 10

Why should safety at home be prioritized according to vulnerability concepts?

Accepted Answer

Homes contain elements unable to cope with hazards

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Homes are always safe

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Disasters never affect homes

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Hazards only occur outside

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