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Laila is riding on the subway when a bomb derails the train in what may be an ongoing terrorist attack.Which is the best action for Laila to take in this situation?

A
ignore her surroundings
B
form a group for a defensive attack
C
search for potential weapons to use
D
make herself a smaller target
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What should be avoided during electrical storms?

A
going close to open flames
B
touching metal objects
C
driving vehicles
D
using a phone
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Why are regular emergency drills important?

A
They replace panic with knowledge.
B
They eliminate the need for planning.
C
They prevent damage from emergencies.
D
They reduce the likelihood of emergencies.
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The image shows an evacuation route for an office building.

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A
Go out through the door, proceed down the hall, and take the stairs.
B
Go out through the door, turn left, turn right, and exit through the window.
C
Go out through the door, turn right, turn right again, call 9-1-1, leave room, go to the right, and go to emergency exit.
D
Go out through the door, turn right, and proceed to the emergency exit at the end of the hall.
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What should people do if they are indoors during an earthquake?

A
get under a table
B
look out a window
C
get outside immediately
D
stand in the center of a room
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Which emergency drill is most useful when planning for a tornado?

A
Put on dry clothes, then evacuate outdoors.
B
Locate safe shelter, then check for injuries.
C
Evacuate outdoors, then check for injuries.
D
Stop, drop, and roll, then find safe shelter.
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A coastal community is drafting a plan in case of a hurricane. Which action is an appropriate element for an effective plan?

A
creating a map of areas that are not affected by storm surge
B
plotting the location of all fire hydrants along major travel routes
C
relocating any individuals who might be affected by the disaster
D
identifying multiple evacuation routes for each area of the community
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Which agency helps with disaster responses?

A
ACLU
B
Centers for Disease Control
C
Sierra Club
D
Mercy Corps
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What should a family emergency plan include?

A
a list of the emergencies that require a response from the family members
B
where each member of the family will be when an emergency happens
C
how each family member will contribute to community emergency response
D
how a family will evacuate and where members will meet in an emergency
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Which item is important to include in a disaster preparedness kit?

A
flashlight
B
frozen food
C
electric can opener
D
deck of cards

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