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Chapter 8: Natural Disasters - Public Awareness For Disaster Risk Reduction — Online MCQ Test

Q: What is the main purpose of disaster risk reduction?

Answer: B. To reduce losses caused by disasters — Disaster risk reduction aims to minimize damage to life, property, and the environment before, during, and after a disaster.

Q: Which of the following is a natural hazard related to the movement of earth materials down a slope?

Answer: B. Landslide — A landslide occurs when rock, soil, or debris moves rapidly down a slope due to gravity.

Q: Which of the following measures is most effective in reducing flood damage in urban areas?

Answer: C. Improving storm-water drainage systems — Proper drainage systems help carry excess rainwater away and reduce the extent of urban flooding.

GEOGRAPHY · CLASS 11th · Tamil Nadu State Board

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Frequently asked questions from Tamil Nadu State Board CLASS 11th GEOGRAPHY — Chapter 8: Natural Disasters - Public Awareness For Disaster Risk Reduction, with answers and explanations. These are sample questions; the exam has its own separate question set.

What is the main purpose of disaster risk reduction?

A. To increase the frequency of natural hazards
B. To reduce losses caused by disasters ✓
C. To stop all natural events from occurring
D. To replace all emergency services

Answer: B. To reduce losses caused by disasters
Disaster risk reduction aims to minimize damage to life, property, and the environment before, during, and after a disaster.

Which of the following is a natural hazard related to the movement of earth materials down a slope?

A. Cyclone
B. Landslide ✓
C. Drought
D. Tsunami

Answer: B. Landslide
A landslide occurs when rock, soil, or debris moves rapidly down a slope due to gravity.

Why are early warning systems important during cyclones?

A. They increase rainfall in coastal areas
B. They help people evacuate and prepare in advance ✓
C. They prevent the cyclone from forming
D. They reduce sea-level rise permanently

Answer: B. They help people evacuate and prepare in advance
Early warning systems provide timely alerts so people can take protective action and reduce casualties and damage.

Which of the following measures is most effective in reducing flood damage in urban areas?

A. Constructing buildings on natural drainage paths
B. Encroaching on wetlands
C. Improving storm-water drainage systems ✓
D. Removing all public warning boards

Answer: C. Improving storm-water drainage systems
Proper drainage systems help carry excess rainwater away and reduce the extent of urban flooding.

A coastal district has repeated cyclone warnings, but many residents do not evacuate. Which factor is most likely to reduce disaster losses effectively?

A. Strengthening public awareness and ensuring timely evacuation planning ✓
B. Building more houses on exposed beaches
C. Reducing the number of warning messages
D. Encouraging fishing boats to remain at sea

Answer: A. Strengthening public awareness and ensuring timely evacuation planning
Public awareness and evacuation planning help people understand risk and act before the cyclone causes severe damage.

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