Questions & Answers
Browse all 18 questions from the
Natural Disasters and Human Health study set below.
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1
What is the most common cause of death during a major flood event?
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A
Dehydration
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B
Drowning
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C
Hypothermia
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D
Sunstroke
2
Prolonged exposure to extreme cold during a winter storm can cause which condition where body temperature drops dangerously low?
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A
Hypothermia
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B
Hyperthermia
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C
Fever
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D
Dehydration
3
What is the primary way that floodwater can spread infectious diseases to humans?
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A
Through the air
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B
By contaminating drinking water
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C
Through skin contact with sunlight
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D
By causing allergic reactions
4
Following an earthquake, what is the most common type of physical injury reported at hospitals?
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A
Brain freeze
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B
Broken bones and lacerations
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C
Nearsightedness
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D
Tooth decay
5
Which organ in the human body is most at risk from inhaling fine dust and ash particles during a volcanic eruption?
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A
Heart
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B
Stomach
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C
Lungs
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D
Liver
6
What is the medical term for a dangerously high body temperature caused by extreme heat waves?
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A
Hypothermia
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B
Frostbite
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C
Hyperthermia
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D
Influenza
7
What should people prioritize to prevent severe dehydration during a drought?
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A
Eating salty snacks
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B
Drinking clean water
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C
Running outside
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D
Sleeping more
8
Why is it important to wear sturdy shoes after a disaster like a tornado or earthquake?
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A
To look stylish
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B
To prevent foot injuries from broken glass and debris
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C
To improve running speed
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D
To keep feet warm
9
Which skin condition is commonly caused by prolonged contact with contaminated floodwater?
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A
Sunburn
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B
Dermatitis or skin infections
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C
Freckles
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D
Blushing
10
Inhaling smoke from wildfires can cause immediate irritation to which parts of the human body?
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A
Eyes, nose, and throat
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B
Fingernails
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C
Hair follicles
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D
Earlobe
11
Which of the following is a physical symptom of shock often experienced after surviving a natural disaster?
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A
Rapid heartbeat
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B
Increased hair growth
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C
Improved vision
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D
Super strength
12
Why are humans advised to wear masks during ashfall from a volcano?
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A
To filter out harmful particles from the air
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B
To look like a scientist
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C
To keep the face warm
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D
To improve sense of smell
13
What is the effect of consuming water contaminated by bacteria during a flood?
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A
Stronger muscles
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B
Gastrointestinal illness
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C
Better eyesight
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D
Increased height
14
What physical danger does carbon monoxide (an invisible gas) pose during power outages when using generators indoors?
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A
It causes sneezing
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B
It is toxic and can be fatal
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C
It makes people talkative
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D
It causes temporary blindness
15
During a heat wave, which bodily function helps cool the human body down?
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A
Shivering
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B
Sweating
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C
Sneezing
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D
Yawning
16
What part of the body is protected by wearing a helmet during debris-clearing activities after a disaster?
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A
The head
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B
The stomach
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C
The feet
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D
The hands
17
Which of these is a common health risk associated with standing in stagnant floodwater for long periods?
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A
Trench foot
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B
Increased muscle mass
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C
Better balance
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D
Hair loss
18
After a disaster, why is it recommended to wash hands frequently?
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A
To remove germs and prevent disease
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B
To make hands smell better
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C
To change skin color
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D
To practice for a talent show
