Question

Which of the following steps should you follow to stay safe during an earthquake?

• A. Stay close to mirrors.
• B. Stay away from mirrors.
• C. Drop under a table, cover your head and hold on until the situation improves.
• D. Sit on a chair next to a window at home.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B Stay away from mirrors.
C Drop under a table, cover your head and hold on until the situation improves.

Earthquakes can't be predicted using scientific methods. But their effects can be minimised by taking adequate measures. If fast evacuation isn’t possible during an earthquake, we should try to stay away from objects that can fall and break like cupboards, windows, mirrors, lights, and fans. To protect ourselves further, we should drop under a table, cover your head and hold on until the shaking reduces and the situation improves.