1. Which of the following safety precautions should be done before an earthquake?
A. practice an earthquake drill
B. turn on the radio for the latest updates
C. stay away from broken electrical wires.
D. check yourself and members of the family for injuries
2. Which of the following should NOT be done during an earthquake when you are inside a building?
A. Rush to the door and get inside an elevator.
B. Be aware of the possibility of an open electrical line.
C. Seek shelter in a doorway or take cover under a heavy table or desk.
D. Open the window and leave the building immediately when you smell gas
3. Which of the following statements in the box below are the precautionary measures to
take before an earthquake?
I. Familiarize yourself with your place of work and residence.
II. Stay away from glass windows, shelves, cabinets and other heavy objects.
III. Know the earthquake hazards in your area.
IV. If you need to evacuate, leave a message stating where you are going and bring emergency supply kit.
A. I and II B. II and III C. I and III D. I and IV
4. How should you behave during an earthquake?
A. Keep calm. C. Rush to an overcrowded exit.
B. Fasten all heavy appliances. D. All of the above.
5. Which precautionary measures should be done before an earthquake?
A. Cover your nose with a wet cloth. C. Do not cross bridges if you are driving.
B. Prepare an emergency survival kit. D. Check yourself and members of the family for injury.
6. Which of these activities does not show a safety precaution before an earthquake?
A. Drop, cover, and hold. C. Prepare an emergency survival kit
B. Have an emergency plan. D. Familiarize the danger in your area.
7. Which is a safety precaution after an earthquake?
A. Go to the beach. C. Be careful from broken glasses and falling objects.
B. Stay under a sturdy table. D. Familiarize yourself with your place of work and residence.
8. Which is NOT a safety precaution before an earthquake?
A. Have an emergency plan. C. Know the earthquake danger in your area.
B. Check yourself and others for injuries. D. Familiarize yourself with your place of work and residence.
9. Which of these activities must be done during an earthquake?
A. Get an elevator. C. Take time to read about what you can do to prepare.
B. Stay away from glass and windows. D. Make sure you have a fire extinguisher and survival kit.
10. Why is it important to know what to do before, during, and after earthquakes?
A. To protect our houses. C. To minimize damages on our appliances
B. To prevent earthquakes from occurring. D. To reduce fear, anxiety and losses of lives