Disaster Management and Climate Change - One Line Questions

1. A tsunami is most often triggered by: — Underwater earthquakes
2. Which of the following is a non-structural measure for flood mitigation? — Developing flood-resistant building codes
3. Climate change is a broad term that refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. These shifts may be natural, but since the 1800s, human activities have been the main driver of climate change, largely due to: — All of the above
4. A large, destructive fire that spreads quickly through a forest or other vegetation is called a: —
5. Geoengineering refers to large-scale interventions in the Earth's climate system to counteract climate change. An example of solar geoengineering is: — Stratospheric aerosol injection
6. Which of the following is a primary characteristic of a natural disaster? — A sudden, extreme event causing significant damage and loss
7. The process of reducing the emission of greenhouse gases is known as: — Climate mitigation
8. Global warming refers to the long-term heating of Earth's climate system observed since the pre-industrial period due to human activities, primarily fossil fuel burning, which increases heat-trapping greenhouse gas levels in Earth's atmosphere. This is a definition of: — Global Warming
9. Which of the following is a common cause of landslides? —
10. Early warning systems are crucial components of: — Disaster preparedness
11. The term 'Anthropocene' is often used to describe the current geological epoch, characterized by: — Significant human impact on Earth's geology and ecosystems
12. The most common type of natural disaster globally in terms of frequency is: — Floods
13. The process by which water vapor changes into liquid water, forming clouds, is called: — Condensation
14. Which type of disaster is characterized by a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall? — Drought
15. What is the primary risk associated with hurricanes (typhoons/cyclones)? — High winds and storm surges
16. Ocean acidification is primarily caused by: — Increased absorption of carbon dioxide by the oceans
17. Which of the following is NOT a primary hazard associated with climate change? — Decreased global average temperature
18. What is a major contributing factor to the increased risk of wildfires in many regions? — Decreased vegetation cover
19. Which of the following is a key indicator of climate change impacts on biodiversity? — All of the above
20. Which of the following is a sustainable practice to mitigate climate change? — Promoting renewable energy sources
21. The Richter scale measures the ________ of an earthquake. — Magnitude
22. Which of the following is a key aspect of disaster recovery? — Restoring essential services and infrastructure
23. A hazard becomes a disaster when: — It causes significant damage to life, property, and environment, overwhelming local response capacity
24. Which international agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2, preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels? — Paris Agreement
25. A cloud of superheated gas and volcanic debris that flows down the side of a volcano at high speed is called a: — Pyroclastic flow
26. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) provides: — Scientific assessments of climate change and its impacts
27. A rapid downslope movement of rock, soil, and debris is known as a: — Landslide
28. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in India is responsible for: — Formulating policies and coordinating disaster management
29. Which of the following gases is the most significant contributor to the enhanced greenhouse effect? — Carbon Dioxide
30. The 'tipping points' in the climate system refer to: — Points where small changes lead to large, irreversible shifts in the climate
31. A 'climate refugee' is a term used for individuals displaced due to: — Slow-onset environmental degradation (e.g., sea-level rise, desertification)
32. The immediate actions taken to save lives and property during and after a disaster are part of: — Response
33. The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale categorizes hurricanes based on: — Wind speed
34. Which of the following is a potential consequence of climate change on human health? — Increased risk of respiratory illnesses due to air pollution
35. Mitigation in disaster management refers to actions taken to: — Reduce the severity or impact of future disasters
36. Disaster management involves a cycle of activities. Which phase focuses on preparing for potential disasters? — Preparedness
37. Which scale is used to measure the intensity of an earthquake at a specific location, considering its effects? — Mercalli Scale
38. Melting glaciers and ice sheets contribute to: — Sea level rise
39. Which of the following is an example of climate adaptation? — Developing drought-resistant crops
40. Which layer of the Earth's atmosphere is most directly associated with weather phenomena? — Troposphere
41. Which factor increases a community's vulnerability to disasters? — High poverty rates and inequality
42. A seismic wave that travels through the Earth's interior is known as a: — Body wave
43. Which of the following is a significant hazard associated with volcanic eruptions? — Pyroclastic flows
44. Vulnerability in disaster management refers to: — The potential for loss or damage from a hazard
45. The concept of 'resilience' in disaster management and climate change refers to: — The ability of a system to absorb disturbances and reorganize while undergoing change
46. The 'Roaring Forties' and 'Furious Fifties' refer to strong westerly winds found in which region? — The Southern Hemisphere's mid-latitudes
47. What is the main cause of most earthquakes? — Tectonic plate movement
48. The greenhouse effect is a natural process that: — Warms the Earth's surface by trapping heat in the atmosphere
49. Climate change is expected to exacerbate existing inequalities. Which group is often disproportionately affected by climate impacts? — Vulnerable populations in developing countries
50. The average weather pattern in a region over a long period is known as: — Climate
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