1. Which of the following refers to the serious disruption of the functioning of a community or a society involving widespread human, material, economic, or environmental losses and impacts which exceed the ability of the affected community or society to cope using its own resources?

Disasters are often a result of the combination of various factors. What are these factors?

Ms. Selina, a key official in the province of Nueva Ecija that is recently hit by a strong typhoon, seemed to be reluctant to perform her roles and responsibilities in protecting rights and providing basic services to the people in their community. Which risk factor underlying disaster is displayed in such situation?

Brgy. Hulsan is a community that suffers multiple sorts of flooding every year. In most cases, the people of affected parts of the community are forced to leave their homes and livelihoods to search for better living conditions. What effect of disaster is exemplified in the given situation?

Disaster risk factors are variables that either aggravate or mitigate the effects of hazards affecting the degree or scope of a disaster. Which of the following variables pertain to physical disaster risk factors?

Which of the following statements BEST describes an economic vulnerability?

What does the statement “Vulnerability is hazard-specific” mean?

Urban areas, especially the cities, have been hit hardest by Covid-19. Why did different cities around the world become coronavirus hotspots?

Which of the following communities is the most vulnerable to hazards?

Kaingin is a human practice where a forest is converted to farmland. In this case, what element is most likely exposed to the hazard?

The ammonia leak at the TP Marcelo Ice Plant and Cold Storage left two people dead and dozens were hospitalized in Navotas on February 3, 2021. Which category of man-made hazard does such an incident belongs to?

In which of the following situations could a physical event become a natural hazard?

Sofia’s teacher dictated to the class the instructions for drawing the scenario. The scenario states...

There are ten houses in Sitio Amco. Five of the houses made of medium-built materials are unroofed, some with collapsed walls and extensive damage to doors and windows. Three houses of first-class materials are partially damaged. There are six trees surrounding the houses and the twigs of some trees are broken. The clouds look grey and it's raining a lot.

What can sofia conclude from the given scenario.

Every year, millions of people are affected by disasters around the world. The vulnerability of a community depends on multiple factors. How can we reduce damage caused by different kinds of disasters?

Natural disasters are horrific events that can completely change the course of people’s lives and can cause Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). What effect of disaster is described?

Which earthquake-related hazard results when a heavy load on top of the sediment body either sinks or tilts as the sediment could no longer hold the load like what happened in Dagupan City last July 16, 1990 earthquake?

To mitigate the effects of the tsunami, the community should be aware of the natural signs that may occur. The following are natural signs of an approaching tsunami EXCEPT

What is meant by the statement, “Earthquakes don’t kill people, buildings do”?

A strong earthquake is generally felt by most people. Some are frightened while some panicked and ran outdoors for safety. If you were walking on your way home from school then suddenly an earthquake occurred, what appropriate action should you do to avoid getting hurt?

Slow-moving lava flows threaten human life. Why it is dangerous?

Which refers to the rapidly flowing thick mixture of volcanic sediments and water, usually triggered by intense rainfall during typhoons, monsoons, and thunderstorms?

People living near volcanoes may notice unusual volcanic activities before an eruption. Warning signs must be observed so that people can evacuate on time and minimize injuries and casualties. Which is NOT an event before a volcanic eruption?

Which of the following is NOT TRUE about volcanic eruption?

Diwata noticed some unusual changes around her place, such as discolored water, wilting vegetation, and structural cracks in walls and floors. Which of the following geological hazards might be developing around Diwata’s place?

A landslide is the mass movement of rock, soil, and debris down a slope due to gravity. It occurs when the driving force is greater than the resisting force. What are the causes of landslides?

I. heavy rainfall

II. leaking water/sewer pipes,

III. rock and volcanic activity

IV. vibration due to earthquakes

V. road and building construction

VI. lowering of groundwater levels

Landslides can happen anytime during heavy and prolonged rainfall. The following are impending signs of rainfall-induced landslide EXCEPT:

If you were caught outside at the time of the volcanic eruption, what is the best thing you should do to keep yourself protected from volcanic ash falls?

You and your family plan to build your dream house on a mountainside with magnificent views and a breath of fresh air. How can you ensure the safety of your mountain home from landslides?

Sheena is watching her favorite noontime show when a flash report appeared. An orange rainfall advisory is raised in some areas, including their town, as an effect of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). She learned from the report that the amount of rainfall is expected to be between 15 mm and 30 mm within one hour. What hydrometeorological hazard could become a clear threat in communities under the orange alert?

Super Typhoon Noru, (local name Karding) struck the Philippines on the 25th and 26th of September, 2022 and swept through Central Luzon. It caused floods and damaged houses and roads, tore down power lines, destroyed trees and crops. What are the impending signs of tropical cyclones?

I. increasing ocean swell

II. cloud of debris

III. increasing cloudiness

IV. dark green skies

V. falling barometric pressure

VI. increasing tides

VII. heavy rainfall.

VIII. rotating funnel-shaped cloud

The major services provided by Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical & Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) include the provision of the weather forecast, tropical cyclone warnings, flood bulletins, and rainfall advisories. Various instruments are used for monitoring the possible occurrence of weather disturbances. Which of the following is the use of Weather Surveillance Radar (WSR) in monitoring weather and hydrometeorological hazard?

Building a bonfire can be lots of fun for the whole family and a great opportunity to tell stories, sing campfire songs, and cook food while sitting around a bonfire as well. All you need is to pile up some dry wood in a safe place and then light the wood with a match. What element of the fire triangle is played by the wooden sticks in a bonfire?

Ozone Disco was a popular spot in Quezon City for students and young professionals in the mid-’90s. However, a fire broke out in the disco on March 18, 1996, leaving at least 162 people dead. Which of the following could have caused the fire?

Clothes on fire can cause a bad burn and can hurt very much. What should you do when your clothes accidentally catch fire?

I. Get an electric fan to blow the fire out from your clothes.

II. Cover your eyes and mouth with your hands and roll over.

III. Stop where you are, drop to the floor, roll against the floor.

IV. Call for everyone’s attention to get some help and drop to the ground.

V. Get help from a grown-up who will cool the burn and get medical help.

To operate the fire extinguisher, the acronym P.A.S.S. is often used to help us remember to____.

If you were stuck in a room with the door closed when a fire breaks out, what is the best thing for you to do?

I. If you don't see smoke, touch the door and open it immediately.

II. If the doorknob feels cool, open the door very carefully and slowly.

III. If the fire is still small and can be extinguished, use an appropriate fire extinguisher.

IV. If you don't see smoke and the door is not hot, use your fingers to lightly touch the doorknob.

Team Charlie is properly oriented on the Prioritized Evacuation Movement of Personnel, Learners, and Properties out of the school and into safe areas. The members of the team know that the evacuation movement shall be in accordance with some provisions. What should be the first priority of the team in the evacuation movement at San Luis Elementary School?

Rehabilitation includes the actions and measures taken after a disaster to rebuild, restore, or improve the living conditions of the affected community while reducing the risks of disaster. Which is NOT a part of the rehabilitation measures after a disaster?

Letty and Alma helped one another to safely get out of their building when an unexpectedly strong earthquake hit their province. What do you call the procedure in which two people, operate together as a single unit so that they are able to monitor and help each other?

One of the importance of Disaster Risk Reduction is the conduct of capacity building on disaster resilience, training, and simulation exercises as part of the disaster preparedness and response activities. Which government agency is overall in charge of these activities?

Disaster risk reduction aims at helping school administrators, staff, teachers, and students to be prepared in case of emergencies and disasters due to natural or man-made hazards. The following are the significant roles of the Department of Education in the Philippine Disaster Risk Management System EXCEPT

Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (CBDRRM) engages communities in all phases of the disaster management cycle. It aims to create resilient communities which are able to reduce vulnerabilities and exposure to hazards. What Filipino tradition/spirit can be shown in CBDRRM?

Community-based practices are important for managing disaster risk specific to hazards. Which of the following practices under disaster prevention and mitigation can be implemented from national to local levels?

I. Integrating DRRM and CCA in school curricula and learning material

II. Developing and implementing Search, Rescue, and Retrieval (SRR) systems.

III. Conducting hazard mapping and vulnerability assessments from the national level down to the local levels.

IV. Creating, maintaining, and updating a directory of the database of key players and stakeholders.

V. Allocating a 5% budget per agency dedicated to disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM), and climate change adaptation (CCA).

VI. Developing and institutionalizing community-based early warning systems (EWS), information sharing, and communication systems.

The successful implementation of DRRM in the national level is only feasible if disaster prevention and mitigation, preparedness is planned and implemented in the community or local levels. The following are steps in making a Community (Barangay) Disaster Preparedness Plan EXCEPT

I. Make a list of emergency hotlines.

II. Provide a complete map of your barangay

III. Indicate important information about your barangay.

IV. List down 3 to 5 possible evacuation areas in your barangay.

VI. Draw the floor plan of your house. Detail the information on escape routes, and location of circuit breaker/s.

VII. Discuss the structural weakness of your house and indicate how you can fix it in preparation for a disaster.

A strong typhoon moving at 180 km/h is expected to hit Aurora within 18 hours. In preparation for the typhoon that is heading towards their province, Jefferson and his family checked the condition of their house and made the necessary repairs. They decided to make their family’s survival kit that could last for at least 3 days or 72 hours. What are the items that must be included in their 72-hour survival kit?

I. clothes, blankets, rope 

II. clean and potable water 

III. list of emergency contact numbers

IV. important family documents, money, keys

V. cooking utensils, plates, spoons, and forks

VI. battery-operated radio, cell phones, and charger 

VII. generator, extension wire, electric fan, and stove 

VIII. easy-to-prepare food items, hygiene kits/toiletries  

IX. first aid kit and medications, flashlights, and batteries

Which of the following Acts strengthens the Philippine disaster risk reduction and management system for the purpose of providing for the national disaster risk reduction and management framework and institutionalizing the national disaster risk reduction and management plan?