Question 1

Technological hazards,as defined in this chapter,can be the result of human error,natural disasters,______,or ______.
A)hurricanes; tornadoes
B)floods; fires
C)equipment malfunction; purposeful conduct
D)computer viruses; power surges

Accepted Answer

Technological hazards can result from equipment malfunction, which can be caused by human error or natural disasters. They can also occur due to purposeful conduct, such as cyberattacks or sabotage. The other options listed are specific types of natural disasters or technological issues and do not encompass the full range of hazards.

Question 2

What is the name of the active-shooter protocol adopted by many U.S.business facilities and educational campuses?
A)evacuation control
B)measured response
C)run,hide,fight
D)adaptive exit

Accepted Answer

The active-shooter protocol adopted by many U.S. business facilities and educational campuses is often referred to as "Run, Hide, Fight". This protocol provides clear guidance on how individuals should react in the event of an active shooter situation. They should first try to escape ("run") if possible, then attempt to find a safe place to hide, and as a last resort, fight back against the shooter. Options A, B, and D are not commonly used names for active-shooter protocols.

Question 3

The whole-community approach to emergency management requires collaboration between ______ and ______ entities.
A)federal; state
B)tribal; federal
C)government; private
D)profit; nonprofit

Accepted Answer

The whole-community approach to emergency management requires collaboration between government and private entities. This includes businesses, non-profit organizations, community groups, and individuals. While federal and state entities may also play a role, the emphasis is on the involvement of all members of society. Tribal entities may be included, but are not the only other option. Profit and nonprofit entities are too narrow and do not encompass the full range of potential partners.

Question 4

Which statement is TRUE regarding firearms and terrorists?
A)They only use small caliber handguns.
B)They rely solely on explosives.
C)They use small arms and heavy-infantry firearms.
D)They only use military-grade firearms.

Accepted Answer

Terrorists have been known to use a variety of firearms, including small arms (such as handguns) and heavy-infantry firearms (such as assault rifles and machine guns). While they may also use explosives, firearms are often a primary weapon choice for terrorists. It is not accurate to say they only use small caliber handguns or military-grade firearms.

Question 5

With the exception of mines,the vast majority of terrorists' bombs are ______.
A)premanufactured and military-grade
B)purchased directly from Europe
C)ordered directly from the United States
D)self-constructed,improvised weapons

Accepted Answer

The use of self-constructed, improvised weapons is a characteristic feature of most terrorist bombs. This allows terrorists to avoid detection when obtaining materials and also gives them flexibility in adapting to different circumstances and targets. Military-grade weapons or those purchased directly from other countries are less common due to the difficulty and expense of acquiring them, as well as the risk of detection.

Question 6

A condition posing potential risks is called a(n)______.
A)emergency event
B)hazard
C)danger
D)disaster

Accepted Answer

A hazard is a potential source of harm or danger. The other options imply a higher level of severity or intensity. An emergency event usually refers to a sudden and unexpected situation that requires immediate action, while danger and disaster suggest a more serious threat or damage.

Question 7

The AK-47 and the M16 are both examples of ______.
A)RPGs
B)assault rifles
C)submachine guns
D)PGMs

Accepted Answer

The AK-47 and the M16 are both examples of assault rifles, which are a type of firearm designed for rapid fire in semi-automatic or automatic modes. RPGs (rocket-propelled grenades) and PGMs (precision-guided munitions) are not types of firearms, and submachine guns are a separate category of firearm that typically fires pistol cartridges rather than rifle cartridges.

Question 8

The detonation of nuclear devices can cause ______,which can then result in grid infrastructure malfunctions.
A)EMPs
B)ANFOs
C)IEDs
D)MMIs

Accepted Answer

The detonation of nuclear devices can cause electromagnetic pulses (EMPs), which can then result in grid infrastructure malfunctions. ANFOs (ammonium nitrate fuel oil) and IEDs (improvised explosive devices) are not typically associated with nuclear detonations. MMIs (maximum magnitude intensities) are a measure of earthquake strength and are not relevant to this question.

Question 9

______ is the effort to reduce loss of life and property by lessening the impact of disasters.
A)Mitigation of risk
B)Phase of disaster
C)Preparedness planning
D)Emergency response operation

Accepted Answer

Mitigation of risk refers to the actions taken to reduce the impact of disasters, including efforts to prevent or lessen the severity of disasters. This can include measures such as building codes, land-use planning, and public education campaigns. The other options listed are other components of disaster management, but do not specifically refer to the efforts to reduce the impact of disasters.

Question 10

What type of claims does the NFIP handle?
A)financial losses due to fire
B)destruction caused by hurricanes
C)claims due to tornado damage
D)damage from floods

Accepted Answer

The NFIP, or National Flood Insurance Program, handles claims related to damage from floods.

Question 11

What term is used when a hazard actually turns into a risk?
A)disaster
B)emergency event
C)red alert
D)terrorist attack

Accepted Answer

A hazard refers to a potential source of harm or danger, while risk is the likelihood of harm actually occurring. When a hazard materializes into a situation where harm is likely to occur, it becomes a risk. Therefore, option B, emergency event, is the best choice as it specifically denotes a situation where a hazard has turned into a risk. None of the other options directly refer to this transition from hazard to risk.

Question 12

Tropical cyclonic storms,earthquakes,tornadoes,floods,and wildland fires are all examples of ______.
A)natural hazards
B)natural disasters
C)emergency incidents
D)nonterrorist attacks

Accepted Answer

These events are all naturally occurring hazards that can pose a threat to human life and property. Natural disasters refer specifically to the widespread and significant impact of these hazards on human populations, while emergency incidents and nonterrorist attacks are more general terms that can encompass a wide range of hazards, both natural and human-caused.

Question 13

A(n)______ occurs when emergency response institutions cannot contain the emergency event or stabilize critical services.
A)disaster
B)red alert
C)hazard
D)emergency event

Accepted Answer

A disaster is a large-scale event that overwhelms emergency response institutions and causes damage to critical infrastructure and services. It often requires outside assistance and resources to manage and recover from.

Question 14

What are Molotov Cocktails examples of?
A)car bombs
B)pipe bombs
C)vehicular bombs
D)gasoline bombs

Accepted Answer

Molotov Cocktails are a type of improvised incendiary device that utilize gasoline as the combustible material. They are not typically associated with car bombs, pipe bombs, or vehicular bombs.

Question 15

Which agency was the first example of the national consolidation of emergency mitigation?
A)Federal Emergency Management Agency
B)Department of Homeland Security
C)Department of the Interior
D)Federal Preparedness Agency

Accepted Answer

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was the first example of national consolidation of emergency mitigation, established in 1979 to coordinate the response to a disaster that overwhelms the resources of local and state authorities.

Question 16

Those who manufacture plastic explosives often use ______ to tag each batch,resulting in the ability to trace them back to their source.
A)chemical markers
B)wiretapping devices
C)electronic trackers
D)surveillance cameras

Accepted Answer

Chemical markers are often used to tag batches of plastic explosives in order to trace them back to their source. This allows authorities to identify and track down those responsible for manufacturing and distributing these dangerous materials.

Question 17

The all-hazards umbrella refers to preparation for disasters that are ______.
A)caused by acts of nature
B)resulting from nuclear accidents
C)caused by terrorist acts
D)created by humans as well as natural disasters

Accepted Answer

The all-hazards umbrella includes disasters caused by both humans and nature, as well as those resulting from nuclear accidents and terrorist acts.

Question 18

Semtex and Composite-4 are examples of ______.
A)ANFO explosives
B)gasoline bombs
C)plastic explosives
D)pipe bombs

Accepted Answer

Semtex and Composite-4 are both types of plastic explosives.

Question 19

Tornado intensity is reported in accordance with the ______ scale.
A)MMI
B)Enhanced Fujita-Pearson
C)Richter
D)Carpology

Accepted Answer

Tornado intensity is reported using the Enhanced Fujita-Pearson scale, also known as the EF scale. The MMI scale is used for assessing earthquake intensity, the Richter scale is used for measuring earthquake magnitude, and Carpology is the study of fruit.

Question 20

Hurricane Andrew and Hurricane Katrina showed that the United States had significant deficiencies in which area?
A)the water treatment system
B)the emergency management system
C)the weather detection system
D)the national broadcast system

Accepted Answer

Hurricane Andrew and Hurricane Katrina both exposed significant deficiencies in the United States emergency management system, including inadequate preparation, response, and recovery efforts.

Quiz 2: Homeland Security and the All-Hazards Umbrella

Technological hazards,as defined in this chapter,can be the result of human error,natural disasters,,or .

What is the name of the active-shooter protocol adopted by many U.S.business facilities and educational campuses?

The whole-community approach to emergency management requires collaboration between and entities.

Which statement is TRUE regarding firearms and terrorists?

With the exception of mines,the vast majority of terrorists' bombs are ______.

A condition posing potential risks is called a(n) ______.

The AK-47 and the M16 are both examples of ______.

The detonation of nuclear devices can cause ______,which can then result in grid infrastructure malfunctions.

______ is the effort to reduce loss of life and property by lessening the impact of disasters.

What type of claims does the NFIP handle?

What term is used when a hazard actually turns into a risk?

Tropical cyclonic storms,earthquakes,tornadoes,floods,and wildland fires are all examples of ______.

A(n) ______ occurs when emergency response institutions cannot contain the emergency event or stabilize critical services.

What are Molotov Cocktails examples of?

Which agency was the first example of the national consolidation of emergency mitigation?

Those who manufacture plastic explosives often use ______ to tag each batch,resulting in the ability to trace them back to their source.

The all-hazards umbrella refers to preparation for disasters that are ______.

Semtex and Composite-4 are examples of ______.

Tornado intensity is reported in accordance with the ______ scale.

Hurricane Andrew and Hurricane Katrina showed that the United States had significant deficiencies in which area?