Effects of Disasters

Q.

Disasters affect the economy of the country.

1. True

2. False

Q.

Which of the following disaster has an impact for a long duration of time?

1. Cyclone
2. Landslide
3. Earthquake
4. Famine

Q.

Which of the following are the effects of a disaster?

1. Collapsing of bridges

2. Flooding of houses

3. Developing cracks in the land

4. \N

Q. Which of the following is an aspect that is NOT dealt within the phase of emergency?

1. Medical assistance
2. Search and rescue operations
3. Removing people from affected areas
4. Clearing of debris

Q.

Which of the following effects of a disaster is not correctly matched?

1. Death of victims - the medical effect of a disaster
2. A sudden increase in fund expenditure - the economic effect of a disaster
3. Contamination of water - the environmental effect of a disaster
4. Emotional/Mental stress - the economic effect of a disaster

Q.

Gravity (seriousness) of a disaster can be estimated during the phase of an emergency.

1. True

2. False

Q. How is first aid administered to a burn victim?​

1. The injured part is pressed tightly.​
2. The injured part is washed under clean, cold water.​
3. The injured part is immobilised.​

Q.

Main causes of population explosion are

1. Famines
2. Wars
3. Large epidemics
4. Improved technology